Remodelers Market: ZIP 48168
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48168 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 25,039 and household incomes well above the national median ($173,671).
Area Profile
25,039
Population
$173,671
Median Income
+133% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 50.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 48168.
3
HVAC Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,570
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,248
Median Gross Rent
$550 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$530 K 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.
- The median income here is $173,671. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+133% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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48170
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48374
4.9 mi
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48375
6.7 mi
Pop: 23,927
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48187
6.8 mi
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48393
8.0 mi
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48377
8.3 mi
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Walk: 8.7
48165
8.3 mi
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$105,511
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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