Remodelers Market: ZIP 78747
Opportunity Score
50
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78747 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 21,757 and household incomes above the national median ($86,456). There are 4 remodelers operations in ZIP 78747.
Area Profile
21,757
Population
$86,456
Median Income
+16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78747.
4
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
1.8 per 10K residents
3
HVAC Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 78747 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,260
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,776
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$99 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
- Remodelers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+16% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.1 pts vs. national avg
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78748
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78745
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78741
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78610
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78704
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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