Remodelers Market: ZIP 49061
Opportunity Score
50
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49061 is an urban area. with a population of 1,924 and household incomes above the national median ($76,772).
Area Profile
1,924
Population
$76,772
Median Income
+3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$876
Median Gross Rent
$200 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+3% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
49095
5.4 mi
Pop: 2,414
$86,577
Walk: 3.2
49130
7.5 mi
Pop: 1,216
$81,728
Walk: 3.3
49042
10.1 mi
Pop: 4,695
$72,536
46507
10.5 mi
Pop: 9,799
$88,510
49067
10.5 mi
Pop: 4,031
$77,581
49031
11.3 mi
Pop: 8,320
$70,369
49099
11.3 mi
Pop: 5,699
$62,147
Walk: 4.0
49093
13.6 mi
Pop: 18,439
$63,040
Walk: 5.4
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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