Remodelers Market: ZIP 85234
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85234 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 49,040 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,012). There are 28 remodelers operations in ZIP 85234.
Area Profile
49,040
Population
$118,012
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 85234.
28
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
5.7 per 10K residents
31
HVAC Contractors
6.3 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 43.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 85234 (28 vs. 36 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,380
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,971
Median Gross Rent
$490 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$2.1 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Arizona
- 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 $118,012. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 28
- Related Businesses
- 36
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+58% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
85296
2.4 mi
Pop: 52,058
$117,120
Walk: 10.6
85206
2.7 mi
Pop: 36,896
$69,986
Walk: 12.9
85236
3.2 mi
Pop: 0
85204
3.9 mi
Pop: 65,018
$69,474
Walk: 13.4
85295
4.2 mi
Pop: 54,697
$116,288
Walk: 9.9
85205
5.0 mi
Pop: 44,704
$71,294
Walk: 12.8
85233
5.1 mi
Pop: 37,841
$105,154
Walk: 10.2
85297
5.9 mi
Pop: 35,535
$132,684
Walk: 9.5
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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