Remodelers Market: ZIP 60472
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60472 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 4,961 and household incomes below the national median ($37,594).
Area Profile
4,961
Population
$37,594
Median Income
-50% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 7.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,188
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Home Remodeling Business in Illinois
- 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.
- Median income sits at $37,594. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-50% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60469
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$72,041
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60406
2.0 mi
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60445
2.1 mi
Pop: 14,445
$68,385
Walk: 13.6
60418
2.2 mi
Pop: 10,631
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60803
2.9 mi
Pop: 22,089
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Walk: 12.9
60428
3.2 mi
Pop: 10,980
$53,059
Walk: 13.0
60655
3.6 mi
Pop: 27,794
$114,443
Walk: 14.6
60452
4.0 mi
Pop: 26,511
$89,167
Walk: 11.4
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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