Remodelers Market: ZIP 44485
Opportunity Score
45
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 44485 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 15,194 and household incomes below the national median ($33,720).
Area Profile
15,194
Population
$33,720
Median Income
-55% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$880
2BR Fair Market Rent
$818
Median Gross Rent
$74 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Ohio
- 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.
- Median income sits at $33,720. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-55% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
44483
2.7 mi
Pop: 25,602
$47,629
Walk: 7.9
44430
4.3 mi
Pop: 4,554
$57,500
44481
5.8 mi
Pop: 10,287
$63,285
Walk: 4.3
44484
6.8 mi
Pop: 21,634
$65,435
Walk: 6.9
44440
7.7 mi
Pop: 4,932
$67,805
44446
7.8 mi
Pop: 20,014
$49,779
Walk: 7.7
44470
9.6 mi
Pop: 4,074
$59,738
44444
10.0 mi
Pop: 9,306
$61,580
Walk: 6.4
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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