Solar Installers Market: ZIP 07036
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 07036 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 45,101 and household incomes above the national median ($89,942). There are 15 solar installers operations in ZIP 07036.
Area Profile
45,101
Population
$89,942
Median Income
+21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 07036.
15
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.3 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 07036 (15 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,622
Median Gross Rent
$390 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 15
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+21% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
07203
2.4 mi
Pop: 22,455
$82,967
Walk: 14.1
07202
2.5 mi
Pop: 44,638
$68,071
Walk: 15.3
07008
2.9 mi
Pop: 25,220
$87,712
Walk: 11.3
07065
3.1 mi
Pop: 29,748
$90,852
Walk: 13.6
07204
3.4 mi
Pop: 13,965
$104,418
Walk: 14.8
07001
3.5 mi
Pop: 17,143
$95,935
Walk: 15.1
07208
3.5 mi
Pop: 32,404
$61,873
Walk: 13.2
07064
4.0 mi
Pop: 3,742
$143,194
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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