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Remodelers Market: ZIP 78749

Opportunity Score
76 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 78749 is an urban area. with a population of 34,939 and household incomes well above the national median ($113,918). There are 9 remodelers operations in ZIP 78749.

Area Profile

34,939
Population
$113,918
Median Income
+53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.7 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 51.1% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 78749.

9
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
2.6 per 10K residents
4
HVAC Contractors
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means: Remodelers are 69.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 78749 (9 vs. 4 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,210
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,843
Median Gross Rent
$530 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$2.3 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 $113,918. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Data sources

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