Remodelers Market: ZIP 53168
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 53168 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 9,381 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,712). There are 6 remodelers operations in ZIP 53168.
Area Profile
9,381
Population
$104,712
Median Income
+40% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 21.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 53168.
6
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
6.4 per 10K residents
3
HVAC Contractors
3.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 53168 (6 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,600
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,268
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$170 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Wisconsin
- 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.
- The median income here is $104,712. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+40% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.7 pts vs. national avg
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53104
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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