Solar Installers Market: ZIP 02659
Opportunity Score
47
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02659 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,090 and household incomes above the national median ($87,368).
Area Profile
1,090
Population
$87,368
Median Income
+17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 58.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 52.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,880
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,232
Median Gross Rent
$650 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02633
3.0 mi
Pop: 4,536
$94,036
02645
3.0 mi
Pop: 11,060
$89,898
Walk: 8.1
02646
3.4 mi
Pop: 1,715
$74,276
Walk: 9.9
02650
4.5 mi
Pop: 1,017
$65,982
Walk: 10.0
02631
5.4 mi
Pop: 10,189
$93,427
02671
6.1 mi
Pop: 932
$101,917
Walk: 9.6
02653
7.0 mi
Pop: 6,342
$98,798
Walk: 7.7
02639
7.9 mi
Pop: 3,387
$64,051
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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