Remodelers Market: ZIP 48749
Opportunity Score
28
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48749 is an rural area. with a population of 1,214 and household incomes near the national median ($50,833).
Area Profile
1,214
Population
$50,833
Median Income
-32% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 43.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 6.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 48749.
3
HVAC Contractors
24.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$870
Median Gross Rent
$120 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Related Businesses
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-32% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
48766
5.0 mi
Pop: 1,372
$55,156
Walk: 4.2
48658
6.0 mi
Pop: 4,806
$52,899
48659
10.4 mi
Pop: 2,740
$58,021
Walk: 5.0
48756
13.4 mi
Pop: 3,939
$39,435
Walk: 4.1
48765
14.3 mi
Pop: 571
$46,458
48770
14.9 mi
Pop: 1,908
$51,576
Walk: 4.8
48703
15.5 mi
Pop: 2,940
$60,365
48650
16.1 mi
Pop: 6,662
$63,662
Walk: 6.1
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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