Remodelers Market: ZIP 98327
Opportunity Score
96
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98327 is an urban area. with a population of 9,952 and household incomes well above the national median ($114,423).
Area Profile
9,952
Population
$114,423
Median Income
+53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 36.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,740
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,230
Median Gross Rent
$550 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.
- The median income here is $114,423. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+53% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
98303
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98433
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98430
6.4 mi
Pop: 569
98388
7.3 mi
Pop: 7,054
$97,634
Walk: 6.7
98498
8.0 mi
Pop: 28,940
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98516
8.6 mi
Pop: 28,286
$92,191
Walk: 11.3
98513
9.2 mi
Pop: 37,953
$108,270
Walk: 10.7
98467
9.3 mi
Pop: 15,241
$90,586
Walk: 11.7
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits