Solar Installers Market: ZIP 11706
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11706 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 68,648 and household incomes well above the national median ($115,112). There are 18 solar installers operations in ZIP 11706.
Area Profile
68,648
Population
$115,112
Median Income
+54% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 11706.
18
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.6 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 85.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 11706 (18 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,350
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,885
Median Gross Rent
$460 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.8 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+54% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
11718
1.3 mi
Pop: 3,185
$203,750
Walk: 10.0
11751
2.4 mi
Pop: 13,152
$116,328
Walk: 9.5
11795
3.7 mi
Pop: 25,063
$171,068
Walk: 8.1
11730
4.2 mi
Pop: 14,376
$146,190
Walk: 7.0
11717
5.1 mi
Walk: 8.3
11739
5.3 mi
Pop: 1,191
$133,393
Walk: 8.3
11752
5.8 mi
Pop: 8,990
$148,538
Walk: 7.0
11703
5.9 mi
Pop: 17,205
$130,140
Walk: 10.1
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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