Solar Installers Market: ZIP 10305
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 10305 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 41,714 and household incomes above the national median ($86,294). There are 18 solar installers operations in ZIP 10305.
Area Profile
41,714
Population
$86,294
Median Income
+16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 10305.
18
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.3 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 10305 (18 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,480
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,656
Median Gross Rent
$630 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$2 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+16% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
10304
1.4 mi
Pop: 45,843
$71,506
Walk: 13.9
10301
2.5 mi
Pop: 39,799
$84,937
Walk: 12.9
11209
3.6 mi
Pop: 70,756
$92,656
Walk: 13.0
10310
3.7 mi
Pop: 25,824
$106,118
Walk: 15.4
10306
3.8 mi
Pop: 57,249
$97,746
Walk: 13.5
11228
4.5 mi
Pop: 42,325
$80,737
Walk: 13.4
10302
4.9 mi
Pop: 19,693
$76,089
11220
5.1 mi
Pop: 90,792
$64,201
Walk: 13.7
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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