Remodelers Market: ZIP 49074
Opportunity Score
13
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49074 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 212 and household incomes below the national median ($21,563).
Area Profile
212
Population
$21,563
Median Income
-71% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 71.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 7.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$423
Median Gross Rent
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 $21,563. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-71% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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49007
3.5 mi
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49001
4.1 mi
Pop: 21,313
$52,327
49048
4.5 mi
Pop: 23,999
$62,160
Walk: 7.0
49006
6.4 mi
Pop: 25,888
$45,617
Walk: 6.8
49008
6.4 mi
Pop: 16,488
$67,339
Walk: 7.6
49083
6.8 mi
Pop: 8,110
$111,604
Walk: 5.4
49002
8.6 mi
Pop: 19,444
$71,621
Walk: 6.3
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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