Remodelers Market: ZIP 44504
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 44504 is an urban area. with a population of 5,185 and household incomes below the national median ($40,156).
Area Profile
5,185
Population
$40,156
Median Income
-46% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$880
2BR Fair Market Rent
$770
Median Gross Rent
$75 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 $40,156. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-46% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
44555
1.2 mi
Pop: 170
Walk: 8.5
44510
1.3 mi
Pop: 2,091
$20,706
Walk: 6.7
44503
1.7 mi
Pop: 970
$12,764
44505
2.6 mi
Pop: 16,449
$36,480
Walk: 6.7
44506
2.9 mi
Pop: 2,214
$22,321
Walk: 8.0
44502
3.0 mi
Pop: 9,369
$32,259
Walk: 6.7
44509
3.1 mi
Pop: 10,775
$36,472
Walk: 6.5
44507
3.4 mi
Pop: 4,402
$25,767
Walk: 8.8
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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