Solar Installers Market: ZIP 01741
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01741 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,209 and household incomes well above the national median ($250,001).
Area Profile
5,209
Population
$250,001
Median Income
+235% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 55.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,409
Median Gross Rent
$1.1 M
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 $250,001. 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
+235% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
01824
3.7 mi
Pop: 26,628
$141,337
Walk: 10.1
01718
4.9 mi
Pop: 528
$125,972
01742
5.1 mi
Pop: 18,337
$211,435
Walk: 9.2
01862
5.4 mi
Pop: 11,703
$131,214
Walk: 7.5
01730
6.1 mi
Pop: 14,478
$158,286
01886
6.4 mi
Pop: 24,584
$181,523
Walk: 6.9
01851
6.5 mi
Pop: 32,308
$87,962
Walk: 15.1
01720
6.5 mi
Pop: 23,322
$154,101
Walk: 7.3
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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