Solar Installers Market: ZIP 01474
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01474 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 2,249 and household incomes well above the national median ($130,156).
Area Profile
2,249
Population
$130,156
Median Income
+75% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 50.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 21.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,890
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,368
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Massachusetts
- 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.
- The median income here is $130,156. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+75% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
01469
3.7 mi
Pop: 6,803
$113,162
03048
4.9 mi
Pop: 3,414
$90,938
Walk: 5.2
01431
5.8 mi
Pop: 3,188
$110,536
Walk: 4.8
01462
6.5 mi
Pop: 11,822
$109,884
Walk: 6.5
03033
7.3 mi
Pop: 5,697
$165,942
01420
7.7 mi
Pop: 41,677
$70,334
Walk: 12.6
01463
10.0 mi
Pop: 11,693
$126,824
Walk: 5.8
01464
10.1 mi
Pop: 7,017
$121,875
Walk: 5.4
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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