Remodelers Market: ZIP 78244
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78244 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 37,861 and household incomes near the national median ($67,789).
Area Profile
37,861
Population
$67,789
Median Income
-9% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78244.
5
HVAC Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,552
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$150 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-9% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.9 pts vs. national avg
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78219
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78109
4.0 mi
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78233
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78220
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78148
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits