Solar Installers Market: ZIP 11222
Opportunity Score
89
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11222 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 41,418 and household incomes well above the national median ($123,963). There are 20 solar installers operations in ZIP 11222.
Area Profile
41,418
Population
$123,963
Median Income
+66% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 52.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 11222.
20
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,595
Median Gross Rent
$1.2 M
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.8 M 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.
- The median income here is $123,963. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 20
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+66% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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11101
1.4 mi
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11109
1.5 mi
Pop: 7,388
$198,773
11206
1.8 mi
Pop: 89,231
$57,280
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11249
2.0 mi
Pop: 45,353
$121,400
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10009
2.1 mi
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11104
2.2 mi
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Walk: 12.1
10044
2.4 mi
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$106,146
Walk: 12.6
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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