Remodelers Market: ZIP 79108
Opportunity Score
46
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79108 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 10,979 and household incomes near the national median ($63,383). There are 4 remodelers operations in ZIP 79108.
Area Profile
10,979
Population
$63,383
Median Income
-15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 9.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 79108.
4
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
3.6 per 10K residents
9
HVAC Contractors
8.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 30.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 79108 (4 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,250
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,035
Median Gross Rent
$150 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$2.9 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
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-15% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.9 pts vs. national avg
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79107
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79104
10.5 mi
Pop: 7,236
$47,768
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79103
11.9 mi
Pop: 11,591
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79101
13.1 mi
Pop: 2,458
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79102
13.8 mi
Pop: 8,822
$48,551
Walk: 16.1
79118
14.2 mi
Pop: 27,412
$87,011
Walk: 6.9
79068
16.1 mi
Pop: 3,124
$86,604
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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