Remodelers Market: ZIP 55071
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55071 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,807 and household incomes above the national median ($98,945).
Area Profile
5,807
Population
$98,945
Median Income
+33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 55071.
6
HVAC Contractors
10.3 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,200
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,116
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$63 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Minnesota
- 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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+33% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
55076
2.5 mi
Pop: 21,258
$98,026
Walk: 13.0
55055
3.7 mi
Pop: 4,460
$63,365
Walk: 7.9
55016
4.5 mi
Pop: 39,925
$121,295
Walk: 7.8
55077
5.4 mi
Pop: 14,585
$108,314
Walk: 9.2
55075
5.5 mi
Pop: 20,651
$84,573
Walk: 13.4
55068
7.4 mi
Pop: 32,194
$125,271
Walk: 9.9
55125
7.9 mi
Pop: 44,929
$118,129
Walk: 10.3
55119
8.2 mi
Pop: 44,068
$77,870
Walk: 11.7
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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