Remodelers Market: ZIP 85355
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85355 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,341 and household incomes well above the national median ($115,401). There are 5 remodelers operations in ZIP 85355.
Area Profile
13,341
Population
$115,401
Median Income
+55% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 85355.
5
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
3.7 per 10K residents
7
HVAC Contractors
5.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 41.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 85355 (5 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,870
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,586
Median Gross Rent
$440 K
Median Home Value
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 $115,401. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+55% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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85340
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85379
5.8 mi
Pop: 49,735
$102,823
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85309
5.9 mi
Pop: 965
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85374
6.3 mi
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85395
7.0 mi
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85335
8.7 mi
Pop: 35,823
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85387
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$95,472
Walk: 5.0
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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