Remodelers Market: ZIP 55441
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55441 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 18,242 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,288). There are 12 remodelers operations in ZIP 55441.
Area Profile
18,242
Population
$100,288
Median Income
+34% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 41.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 55441.
12
Remodelers
Moderate — proven market
6.6 per 10K residents
10
HVAC Contractors
5.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 54.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 55441 (12 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,810
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,589
Median Gross Rent
$460 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$360 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.
- The median income here is $100,288. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+34% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.9 pts vs. national avg
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55447
4.1 mi
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55446
4.6 mi
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55426
4.9 mi
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Walk: 13.5
55428
5.0 mi
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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