Remodelers Market: ZIP 48152
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48152 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 30,394 and household incomes above the national median ($89,019). There are 18 remodelers operations in ZIP 48152.
Area Profile
30,394
Population
$89,019
Median Income
+19% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 48.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 48152.
18
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
5.9 per 10K residents
11
HVAC Contractors
3.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 62.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 48152 (18 vs. 11 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,293
Median Gross Rent
$280 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$2 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Michigan
- 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
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 11
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+19% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
48154
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Pop: 36,915
$103,763
Walk: 7.9
48336
3.2 mi
Pop: 26,920
$85,325
Walk: 8.0
48335
3.4 mi
Pop: 24,298
$96,359
Walk: 7.0
48150
3.7 mi
Pop: 26,749
$94,058
Walk: 8.3
48240
5.0 mi
Pop: 17,097
$57,970
Walk: 8.9
48334
5.8 mi
Pop: 19,218
$98,937
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48331
5.9 mi
Pop: 22,033
$121,101
Walk: 7.8
48033
6.1 mi
Pop: 16,900
$55,599
Walk: 7.3
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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