Remodelers Market: ZIP 95140
Opportunity Score
12
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 95140 is an urban area with low foot traffic.
Area Profile
41
Population
Urban
Area Type
4.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 62.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 75.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,430
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Walkability
-6.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
95148
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95127
10.2 mi
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95138
10.4 mi
Pop: 19,513
$194,300
Walk: 9.7
95132
11.2 mi
Pop: 39,605
$172,266
Walk: 12.3
95013
11.6 mi
Pop: 42
95135
11.9 mi
Pop: 20,503
$196,179
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95121
12.1 mi
Pop: 35,722
$133,700
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95139
12.2 mi
Pop: 7,113
$193,061
Walk: 13.3
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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