Solar Installers Market: ZIP 00690
Opportunity Score
41
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 00690 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 6,275 and household incomes below the national median ($24,386).
Area Profile
6,275
Population
$24,386
Median Income
-67% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$600
2BR Fair Market Rent
$595
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in ZIP 00690
- 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 $24,386. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-67% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
00603
3.2 mi
Pop: 48,317
$19,243
Walk: 4.5
00662
5.9 mi
Pop: 40,705
$20,673
Walk: 4.4
00676
7.8 mi
Pop: 36,836
$21,230
Walk: 3.3
00602
10.6 mi
Pop: 37,510
$21,702
Walk: 4.0
00678
12.3 mi
Pop: 24,848
$22,994
Walk: 3.6
00610
13.8 mi
Pop: 25,413
$23,732
Walk: 4.6
00685
13.8 mi
Pop: 40,323
$17,909
Walk: 3.4
00677
14.3 mi
Pop: 15,432
$24,746
Walk: 3.6
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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