Remodelers Market: ZIP 84109
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 84109 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 25,879 and household incomes well above the national median ($136,823). There are 11 remodelers operations in ZIP 84109.
Area Profile
25,879
Population
$136,823
Median Income
+83% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 44.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 84109.
11
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
4.3 per 10K residents
5
HVAC Contractors
1.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 68.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 84109 (11 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,000
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,584
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$990 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 $136,823. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 11
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+83% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.3 pts vs. national avg
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84108
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84117
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84113
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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