Remodelers Market: ZIP 98944
Opportunity Score
43
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98944 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 24,048 and household incomes near the national median ($60,167). There are 5 remodelers operations in ZIP 98944.
Area Profile
24,048
Population
$60,167
Median Income
-19% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
4.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 28.1 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 4.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 98944.
5
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
2.1 per 10K residents
5
HVAC Contractors
2.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98944 (5 vs. 5 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
$959
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$460 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
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-19% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the RemodCost calculator.
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