Remodelers Market: ZIP 93109
Opportunity Score
74
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 93109 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 11,069 and household incomes well above the national median ($126,875). There are 13 remodelers operations in ZIP 93109.
Area Profile
11,069
Population
$126,875
Median Income
+70% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 40.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 93109.
13
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
11.7 per 10K residents
4
HVAC Contractors
3.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 76.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 93109 (13 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,680
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,870
Median Gross Rent
$1.8 M
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$170 K deposits
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 $126,875. 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
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+70% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.6 pts vs. national avg
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93111
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93108
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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