Remodelers Market: ZIP 62661
Opportunity Score
44
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 62661 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 1,360 and household incomes near the national median ($68,487).
Area Profile
1,360
Population
$68,487
Median Income
-8% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 30.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$960
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$0 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
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-8% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.5 pts vs. national avg
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62615
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62629
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62711
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Walk: 9.1
62692
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62689
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62690
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Walk: 6.1
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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