Solar Installers Market: ZIP 00766
Opportunity Score
39
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 00766 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 21,829 and household incomes below the national median ($24,906).
Area Profile
21,829
Population
$24,906
Median Income
-67% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$519
Median Gross Rent
$100 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$52 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in ZIP 00766
- 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 $24,906. 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
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-67% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.4 pts vs. national avg
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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