Solar Installers Market: ZIP 10030
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 10030 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 30,781 and household incomes below the national median ($42,738).
Area Profile
30,781
Population
$42,738
Median Income
-43% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 25.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,480
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,204
Median Gross Rent
$810 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$150 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in New York
- 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.
- Median income sits at $42,738. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-43% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
10037
0.5 mi
Pop: 18,333
$51,250
Walk: 12.8
10039
0.7 mi
Pop: 30,512
$48,792
Walk: 12.7
10031
0.7 mi
Pop: 60,305
$65,067
Walk: 13.3
10027
0.9 mi
Pop: 65,068
$64,220
Walk: 13.9
10026
1.3 mi
Pop: 37,113
$74,140
Walk: 13.9
10032
1.4 mi
Pop: 55,579
$56,588
Walk: 13.6
10451
1.4 mi
Pop: 48,975
$37,111
Walk: 12.9
10115
1.5 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 13.2
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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