Remodelers Market: ZIP 78535
Opportunity Score
6
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78535 is an urban area. with a population of 435 and household incomes below the national median ($30,144).
Area Profile
435
Population
$30,144
Median Income
-60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 53.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$767
Median Gross Rent
$68 K
Median Home Value
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.
- Median income sits at $30,144. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-60% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
78552
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$67,183
Walk: 5.4
78550
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78593
6.6 mi
Pop: 5,030
$40,194
Walk: 4.8
78594
8.4 mi
Pop: 1,303
$24,388
Walk: 3.8
78569
9.0 mi
Pop: 4,079
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Walk: 3.1
78559
9.7 mi
Pop: 12,752
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78562
11.3 mi
Pop: 3,146
$51,583
78586
11.3 mi
Pop: 49,103
$44,158
Walk: 7.3
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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