Remodelers Market: ZIP 84108
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 84108 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 21,951 and household incomes well above the national median ($120,469). There are 7 remodelers operations in ZIP 84108.
Area Profile
21,951
Population
$120,469
Median Income
+62% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 49.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 84108.
7
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
3.2 per 10K residents
3
HVAC Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 70.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 84108 (7 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,920
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,562
Median Gross Rent
$760 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$970 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Utah
- 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 $120,469. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+62% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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84113
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84103
8.3 mi
Pop: 23,796
$81,386
Walk: 16.0
84112
8.4 mi
Pop: 2,738
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84010
8.6 mi
Pop: 46,666
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84102
10.0 mi
Pop: 19,145
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84124
10.3 mi
Pop: 22,992
$117,500
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84105
10.4 mi
Pop: 22,963
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Walk: 15.1
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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