Solar Installers Market: ZIP 02770
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02770 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,716 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,164).
Area Profile
5,716
Population
$119,164
Median Income
+60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,830
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,442
Median Gross Rent
$540 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 $119,164. 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
+60% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02576
5.3 mi
Pop: 4,498
$61,735
Walk: 8.6
02743
5.4 mi
Pop: 10,476
$90,683
Walk: 9.2
02739
6.8 mi
Pop: 6,563
$117,308
Walk: 8.1
02738
7.2 mi
Pop: 5,312
$120,227
Walk: 7.2
02346
8.3 mi
Pop: 24,360
$91,914
Walk: 6.3
02745
8.5 mi
Pop: 25,013
$73,154
Walk: 11.0
02719
9.1 mi
Pop: 15,878
$92,500
Walk: 11.2
02347
9.6 mi
Pop: 11,732
$126,182
Walk: 6.7
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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