Remodelers Market: ZIP 98926
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98926 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 31,883 and household incomes near the national median ($66,826). There are 22 remodelers operations in ZIP 98926.
Area Profile
31,883
Population
$66,826
Median Income
-10% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
9.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 31.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 98926.
22
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
6.9 per 10K residents
9
HVAC Contractors
2.8 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 62.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 98926 (22 vs. 13 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,320
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,261
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$850 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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 22
- Related Businesses
- 13
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
-10% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.5 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