Remodelers Market: ZIP 92617
Opportunity Score
78
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 92617 is an urban area. with a population of 22,172 and household incomes above the national median ($80,167).
Area Profile
22,172
Population
$80,167
Median Income
+7% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 20.8 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 24.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,510
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,505
Median Gross Rent
$670 K
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+7% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
92697
0.8 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 13.7
92612
1.7 mi
Pop: 33,706
$95,938
Walk: 13.1
92660
2.4 mi
Pop: 34,788
$154,035
Walk: 12.0
92614
2.5 mi
Pop: 29,617
$121,276
Walk: 12.8
92625
3.2 mi
Pop: 12,328
$197,628
Walk: 15.1
92657
3.3 mi
Pop: 10,224
$202,813
Walk: 9.4
92603
3.4 mi
Pop: 19,264
$192,083
Walk: 9.0
92606
3.6 mi
Pop: 24,499
$140,790
Walk: 15.8
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits