Remodelers Market: ZIP 98042
Opportunity Score
79
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98042 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 48,594 and household incomes well above the national median ($125,554). There are 47 remodelers operations in ZIP 98042.
Area Profile
48,594
Population
$125,554
Median Income
+68% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 98042.
47
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
9.7 per 10K residents
13
HVAC Contractors
2.7 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 74.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 98042 (47 vs. 16 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
$2,121
Median Gross Rent
$610 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$500 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 47
- Related Businesses
- 16
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+68% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.5 pts vs. national avg
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98031
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98055
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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