Remodelers Market: ZIP 48506
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48506 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 24,538 and household incomes below the national median ($44,416).
Area Profile
24,538
Population
$44,416
Median Income
-40% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$897
Median Gross Rent
$91 K
Median Home Value
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 $44,416. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-40% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
48509
3.1 mi
Pop: 9,532
$64,385
Walk: 9.8
48437
3.2 mi
Pop: 399
$38,553
48505
4.7 mi
Pop: 18,108
$31,477
Walk: 11.3
48458
5.6 mi
Pop: 19,411
$43,496
Walk: 8.2
48502
5.8 mi
Pop: 1,388
$55,700
48519
6.1 mi
Pop: 7,523
$60,625
Walk: 5.6
48529
7.1 mi
Pop: 8,959
$38,021
Walk: 11.7
48503
7.6 mi
Pop: 22,809
$40,155
Walk: 13.7
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the RemodCost calculator.
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