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Remodelers Market: ZIP 78239

Opportunity Score
67 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 78239 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 29,855 and household incomes near the national median ($71,455).

Area Profile

29,855
Population
$71,455
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.0 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.8% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78239.

3
HVAC Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,630
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,401
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$240 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