Remodelers Market: ZIP 48234
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48234 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 32,406 and household incomes below the national median ($36,473).
Area Profile
32,406
Population
$36,473
Median Income
-51% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 7.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,170
2BR Fair Market Rent
$965
Median Gross Rent
$57 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$180 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.
- Median income sits at $36,473. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-51% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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48091
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48211
3.4 mi
Pop: 5,556
$33,347
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48015
3.5 mi
Pop: 8,448
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48213
3.8 mi
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48205
4.0 mi
Pop: 32,466
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Walk: 12.8
48089
4.1 mi
Pop: 32,126
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Walk: 8.9
48030
4.5 mi
Pop: 14,945
$62,878
Walk: 9.9
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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