Remodelers Market: ZIP 45243
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 45243 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 15,958 and household incomes well above the national median ($170,006). There are 5 remodelers operations in ZIP 45243.
Area Profile
15,958
Population
$170,006
Median Income
+128% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 49.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 45243.
5
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
3.1 per 10K residents
3
HVAC Contractors
1.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 45243 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,962
Median Gross Rent
$620 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$660 K deposits
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.
- The median income here is $170,006. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+128% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.8 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