Solar Installers Market: ZIP 04861
Opportunity Score
36
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 04861 is an rural area. with a population of 2,761 and household incomes near the national median ($53,775). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 04861.
Area Profile
2,761
Population
$53,775
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 57.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 04861.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
10.9 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
10.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 04861 (3 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,030
2BR Fair Market Rent
$891
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$62 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
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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