Remodelers Market: ZIP 98232
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98232 is an rural area. with a population of 3,938 and household incomes above the national median ($99,728).
Area Profile
3,938
Population
$99,728
Median Income
+34% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 51.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,260
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,588
Median Gross Rent
$710 K
Median Home Value
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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
+34% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
98233
6.2 mi
Pop: 17,703
$83,560
Walk: 8.9
98229
9.8 mi
Pop: 33,919
$90,068
Walk: 8.0
98273
11.4 mi
Pop: 30,078
$74,247
Walk: 7.8
98257
13.0 mi
Pop: 4,448
$90,983
98235
14.2 mi
Pop: 515
$60,082
98225
14.9 mi
Pop: 50,355
$62,220
Walk: 10.1
98221
15.4 mi
Pop: 23,211
$92,925
Walk: 8.0
98220
17.0 mi
Pop: 558
$142,891
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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