Remodelers Market: ZIP 98544
Opportunity Score
12
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98544 is an suburban area with low foot traffic.
Area Profile
8
Population
Suburban
Area Type
5.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
College-Educated: 0.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,280
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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Walkability
-5.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98579
7.6 mi
Pop: 13,907
$94,284
Walk: 4.7
98532
8.0 mi
Pop: 26,531
$86,057
Walk: 8.9
98531
8.7 mi
Pop: 27,356
$61,963
Walk: 8.1
98530
11.5 mi
Pop: 511
$63,750
98556
12.8 mi
Pop: 402
Walk: 3.4
98565
13.8 mi
Pop: 484
$68,125
98512
14.9 mi
Pop: 31,291
$93,738
Walk: 8.0
98589
17.3 mi
Pop: 7,296
$89,119
Walk: 4.3
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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