Remodelers Market: ZIP 49237
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49237 is an urban area. with a population of 3,094 and household incomes near the national median ($66,667).
Area Profile
3,094
Population
$66,667
Median Income
-11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 42.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 11.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,020
2BR Fair Market Rent
$806
Median Gross Rent
$180 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
-11% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
49241
5.5 mi
Pop: 2,086
$81,471
49283
6.6 mi
Pop: 4,597
$93,821
Walk: 5.3
49258
7.8 mi
Pop: 10
Walk: 3.3
49269
9.2 mi
Pop: 5,874
$83,933
Walk: 3.9
49224
10.0 mi
Pop: 13,309
$52,552
Walk: 6.3
49246
10.6 mi
Pop: 3,486
$81,181
49250
10.6 mi
Pop: 5,674
$61,918
Walk: 6.9
49245
11.5 mi
Pop: 4,472
$59,460
Walk: 2.6
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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