Remodelers Market: ZIP 98195
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98195 is an urban area.
Area Profile
2,471
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 19.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,790
2BR Fair Market Rent
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Washington
- 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
Nearby Markets
98102
1.7 mi
Pop: 26,583
$114,395
98105
1.7 mi
Pop: 49,229
$78,691
Walk: 16.1
98112
1.8 mi
Pop: 23,961
$162,073
Walk: 16.5
98103
2.3 mi
Pop: 51,988
$127,372
Walk: 16.4
98115
2.8 mi
Pop: 54,248
$148,190
Walk: 16.2
98109
3.0 mi
Pop: 32,552
$130,845
Walk: 16.7
98122
3.2 mi
Pop: 42,001
$106,479
Walk: 16.2
98101
3.5 mi
Pop: 16,396
$128,143
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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