Remodelers Market: ZIP 87010
Opportunity Score
22
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 87010 is an rural area. with a population of 1,147 and household incomes below the national median ($45,490).
Area Profile
1,147
Population
$45,490
Median Income
-39% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 56.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 56.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,620
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,375
Median Gross Rent
$450 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in New Mexico
- 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
-39% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
87047
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87508
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87001
16.9 mi
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87052
18.3 mi
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87540
18.3 mi
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87041
18.7 mi
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87072
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87505
24.1 mi
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$75,912
Walk: 12.1
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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