Solar Installers Market: ZIP 12148
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 12148 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,121 and household incomes well above the national median ($135,694).
Area Profile
4,121
Population
$135,694
Median Income
+82% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 53.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 44.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,310
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,134
Median Gross Rent
$410 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 $135,694. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+82% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
12309
2.2 mi
Pop: 32,996
$119,830
Walk: 11.2
12008
4.4 mi
Pop: 610
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12065
4.6 mi
Pop: 44,726
$115,681
Walk: 7.5
12308
5.0 mi
Pop: 13,985
$59,789
Walk: 13.6
12304
5.0 mi
Pop: 22,027
$67,688
Walk: 11.4
12307
6.0 mi
Pop: 7,977
$33,191
Walk: 13.8
12305
7.1 mi
Pop: 7,764
$50,308
Walk: 15.0
12110
7.3 mi
Pop: 19,969
$101,839
Walk: 11.0
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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