Remodelers Market: ZIP 55408
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55408 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 32,534 and household incomes near the national median ($72,421). There are 5 remodelers operations in ZIP 55408.
Area Profile
32,534
Population
$72,421
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 30.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 41.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 55408.
5
Remodelers
Low competition — room to establish
1.5 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 55408 (5 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,385
Median Gross Rent
$390 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.1 M 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
- Very Walkable
- Remodelers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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55403
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55405
2.1 mi
Pop: 16,915
$70,425
Walk: 14.0
55410
2.6 mi
Pop: 20,361
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55404
2.6 mi
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55419
2.7 mi
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55402
2.7 mi
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55407
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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