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Remodelers Market: ZIP 78613

Opportunity Score
82 / 100 Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 78613 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 89,162 and household incomes well above the national median ($120,829). There are 34 remodelers operations in ZIP 78613.

Area Profile

89,162
Population
$120,829
Median Income
+62% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 37.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78613.

34
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
3.8 per 10K residents
26
HVAC Contractors
2.9 per 10K residents
11
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means: Remodelers are 47.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 78613 (34 vs. 37 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,733
Median Gross Rent
$460 K
Median Home Value
20
Bank Branches
$2.1 M 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.
  • The median income here is $120,829. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Quick Facts

Area Type
Urban
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Remodelers
34
Related Businesses
37
Bank Branches
20

vs. National Average

Median Income
+62% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.7 pts vs. national avg

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Data sources

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