Remodelers Market: ZIP 96789
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 96789 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 54,608 and household incomes well above the national median ($125,822). There are 11 remodelers operations in ZIP 96789.
Area Profile
54,608
Population
$125,822
Median Income
+69% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 42.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 96789.
11
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
2.0 per 10K residents
9
HVAC Contractors
1.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 55.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 96789 (11 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,760
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,298
Median Gross Rent
$870 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$920 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Hawaii
- 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 $125,822. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 11
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+69% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.9 pts vs. national avg
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96701
6.4 mi
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96786
7.1 mi
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96730
7.3 mi
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96744
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96797
7.8 mi
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96857
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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