Remodelers Market: ZIP 78616
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78616 is an urban area. with a population of 10,008 and household incomes near the national median ($70,148).
Area Profile
10,008
Population
$70,148
Median Income
-6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 32.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 7.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78616.
3
HVAC Contractors
3.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,740
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,300
Median Gross Rent
$170 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Related Businesses
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-6% vs. $74,580
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Walk: 7.5
78612
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78953
14.6 mi
Pop: 958
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78719
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78656
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78622
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$72,941
78747
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$86,456
Walk: 4.4
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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