Solar Installers Market: ZIP 10977
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 10977 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 71,465 and household incomes above the national median ($77,724). There are 25 solar installers operations in ZIP 10977.
Area Profile
71,465
Population
$77,724
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 24.8 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 11.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 10977.
25
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
3.5 per 10K residents
9
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 73.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 10977 (25 vs. 9 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
$1,711
Median Gross Rent
$600 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$930 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 25
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.3 pts vs. national avg
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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