Solar Installers Market: ZIP 10984
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 10984 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 2,760 and household incomes well above the national median ($109,583).
Area Profile
2,760
Population
$109,583
Median Income
+47% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,480
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,726
Median Gross Rent
$540 K
Median Home Value
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.
- The median income here is $109,583. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+47% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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10970
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10980
3.4 mi
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Walk: 7.4
10993
3.4 mi
Pop: 4,230
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10956
3.9 mi
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10927
3.9 mi
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10596
5.7 mi
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Walk: 11.0
10986
5.9 mi
Pop: 1,402
Walk: 7.2
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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