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Remodelers Market: ZIP 78219

Opportunity Score
57 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 78219 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 16,946 and household incomes near the national median ($52,147).

Area Profile

16,946
Population
$52,147
Median Income
-30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 33.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 7.7% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78219.

5
HVAC Contractors
3.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,320
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,128
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$120 K deposits

Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Texas

  • Get your contractor's license and insurance before your first job. Operating without them is illegal in most states and one lawsuit ends you.
  • Kitchen and bathroom remodels have the highest margins. Whole-home renovations sound bigger but the complexity eats your profit.
  • Your first 10 jobs come from personal network and referrals. Don't spend on ads until you have 5-star reviews to back them up.
  • Material costs swing 15-30% year over year. Quote projects with current supplier pricing, not last year's numbers.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits