Remodelers Market: ZIP 79605
Opportunity Score
48
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79605 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 28,257 and household incomes near the national median ($59,565). There are 3 remodelers operations in ZIP 79605.
Area Profile
28,257
Population
$59,565
Median Income
-20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 79605.
3
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
1.1 per 10K residents
12
HVAC Contractors
4.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 20.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 79605 (3 vs. 12 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,077
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$790 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
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 12
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.1 pts vs. national avg
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79699
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79606
5.5 mi
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$83,201
Walk: 7.0
79563
8.7 mi
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79602
10.4 mi
Pop: 26,588
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79508
11.8 mi
Pop: 982
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79603
12.2 mi
Pop: 23,876
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Walk: 7.3
79601
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Pop: 26,917
$54,515
Walk: 6.7
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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