Remodelers Market: ZIP 60707
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60707 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 40,897 and household incomes above the national median ($82,746). There are 65 remodelers operations in ZIP 60707.
Area Profile
40,897
Population
$82,746
Median Income
+11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 22.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Remodelers and related businesses in ZIP 60707.
65
Remodelers
Competitive — differentiation needed
15.9 per 10K residents
18
HVAC Contractors
4.4 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Remodelers are 74.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 60707 (65 vs. 22 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,670
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,309
Median Gross Rent
$320 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.3 M deposits
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Remodelers
- 65
- Related Businesses
- 22
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.3 pts vs. national avg
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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