Solar Panel Costs Near Ridgewood, NY (11385)
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11385 is an urban area. with a population of 103,865 and household incomes above the national median ($87,365). There are 40 solar installers operations in ZIP 11385.
Area Profile
103,865
Population
$87,365
Median Income
+17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 36.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 24.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 11385.
40
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
3.9 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 93.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 11385 (40 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,959
Median Gross Rent
$840 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$3.6 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 40
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
+17% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits