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Remodelers Market: ZIP 62890

Opportunity Score
40 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 62890 is an rural area. with a population of 2,379 and household incomes below the national median ($49,750).

Area Profile

2,379
Population
$49,750
Median Income
-33% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 39.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$813
Median Gross Rent
$100 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$13 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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits