Remodelers Market: ZIP 61776
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 61776 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,208 and household incomes well above the national median ($111,354).
Area Profile
1,208
Population
$111,354
Median Income
+49% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$942
Median Gross Rent
$200 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.
- The median income here is $111,354. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+49% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
61761
6.2 mi
Pop: 53,404
$66,642
Walk: 11.2
61753
6.9 mi
Pop: 3,087
$108,438
Walk: 5.4
61704
8.6 mi
Pop: 36,938
$93,107
Walk: 13.4
61748
9.4 mi
Pop: 2,612
$125,690
61730
9.8 mi
Pop: 431
$66,042
61701
10.8 mi
Pop: 35,577
$55,882
Walk: 14.9
61744
11.9 mi
Pop: 1,917
$70,859
61736
11.9 mi
Pop: 2,658
$107,127
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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