Solar Installers Market: ZIP 11510
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11510 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 34,814 and household incomes well above the national median ($141,120). There are 12 solar installers operations in ZIP 11510.
Area Profile
34,814
Population
$141,120
Median Income
+89% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 11510.
12
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,440
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,695
Median Gross Rent
$580 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$830 K 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 $141,120. 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
- 12
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+89% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
11520
1.7 mi
Pop: 44,873
$119,407
Walk: 14.4
11570
2.4 mi
Pop: 28,162
$147,784
Walk: 15.2
11572
2.4 mi
Pop: 30,627
$144,419
Walk: 14.6
11575
2.6 mi
Pop: 19,430
$133,534
Walk: 14.0
11566
3.6 mi
Pop: 35,172
$169,868
Walk: 13.9
11550
3.7 mi
Pop: 60,658
$86,904
Walk: 15.2
11553
4.0 mi
Pop: 28,344
$105,994
Walk: 14.5
11518
4.2 mi
Pop: 10,390
$104,955
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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