Remodelers Market: ZIP 98632
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98632 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 50,845 and household incomes near the national median ($64,705). There are 21 remodelers operations in ZIP 98632.
Area Profile
50,845
Population
$64,705
Median Income
-13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 98632.
21
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
4.1 per 10K residents
13
HVAC Contractors
2.6 per 10K residents
7
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 51.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 98632 (21 vs. 20 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,360
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,142
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$730 K deposits
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
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Remodelers
- 21
- Related Businesses
- 20
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-13% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.4 pts vs. national avg
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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