Remodelers Market: ZIP 91208
Opportunity Score
74
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 91208 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 15,467 and household incomes well above the national median ($131,229). There are 13 remodelers operations in ZIP 91208.
Area Profile
15,467
Population
$131,229
Median Income
+76% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 47.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 45.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 91208.
13
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
8.4 per 10K residents
17
HVAC Contractors
11.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 43.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 91208 (13 vs. 17 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,200
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,361
Median Gross Rent
$1.3 M
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in California
- 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 $131,229. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 13
- Related Businesses
- 17
vs. National Average
Median Income
+76% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
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91046
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91020
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91206
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91203
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91210
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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