Remodelers Market: ZIP 49102
Opportunity Score
38
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49102 is an urban area. with a population of 1,575 and household incomes near the national median ($61,167).
Area Profile
1,575
Population
$61,167
Median Income
-18% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 56.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 15.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,028
Median Gross Rent
$250 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
-18% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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49104
7.4 mi
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49120
8.2 mi
Pop: 36,652
$61,940
Walk: 6.0
49103
8.6 mi
Pop: 11,257
$61,888
49047
9.8 mi
Pop: 14,506
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Walk: 5.1
49126
10.1 mi
Pop: 1,633
$77,813
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49107
13.5 mi
Pop: 10,351
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49022
14.0 mi
Pop: 29,796
$39,859
Walk: 7.1
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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