Solar Installers Market: ZIP 00694
Opportunity Score
7
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 00694 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 125 and household incomes below the national median ($15,938).
Area Profile
125
Population
$15,938
Median Income
-79% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
2.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 76.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$610
2BR Fair Market Rent
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in ZIP 00694
- 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 $15,938. 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
-79% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
00693
4.0 mi
Pop: 55,725
$24,072
Walk: 4.5
00692
6.3 mi
Pop: 32,717
$25,486
Walk: 4.1
00674
7.7 mi
Pop: 39,288
$20,039
Walk: 4.7
00646
8.1 mi
Pop: 36,099
$33,184
Walk: 4.4
00951
9.9 mi
Pop: 399
$22,222
Walk: 2.3
00950
10.7 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 4.0
00687
11.6 mi
Pop: 28,534
$23,010
Walk: 3.1
00617
11.9 mi
Pop: 22,699
$22,010
Walk: 4.6
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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