Solar Installers Market: ZIP 00624
Opportunity Score
39
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 00624 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 21,374 and household incomes below the national median ($21,091).
Area Profile
21,374
Population
$21,091
Median Income
-72% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 17.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$500
2BR Fair Market Rent
$530
Median Gross Rent
$88 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$110 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in ZIP 00624
- The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single biggest factor in your customers' buying decisions. Know the current rate and expiration timeline cold.
- Become a certified installer for at least two major panel manufacturers. Certification unlocks better wholesale pricing and warranty terms.
- Permitting and interconnection timelines vary wildly by utility. In some territories it takes 2 weeks. In others, 6 months. Map this before you set customer expectations.
- Roof condition kills more solar deals than price objections. Partner with a roofer or learn to assess roof life remaining.
- Median income sits at $21,091. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-72% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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00728
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00731
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00730
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00717
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00698
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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