Remodelers Market: ZIP 62446
Opportunity Score
30
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 62446 is an rural area. with a population of 337 and household incomes above the national median ($76,500).
Area Profile
337
Population
$76,500
Median Income
+3% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 42.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,090
2BR Fair Market Rent
$98 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$17 K 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+3% vs. $74,580
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62806
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62842
12.7 mi
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62868
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62476
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62837
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62452
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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