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Remodelers Market: ZIP 78226

Opportunity Score

52 / 100 Fair

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 78226 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 6,907 and household incomes below the national median ($32,340).

6,907

Population

$32,340

Median Income

-57% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.4/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 30.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 4.8% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,160

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,014

Median Gross Rent

$110 K

Median Home Value

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.
Median income sits at $32,340. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.