Solar Installers Market: ZIP 12205
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 12205 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 25,912 and household incomes above the national median ($89,270). There are 21 solar installers operations in ZIP 12205.
Area Profile
25,912
Population
$89,270
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 45.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 12205.
21
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
8.1 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 87.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 12205 (21 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,630
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,405
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
18
Bank Branches
$11 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 21
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 18
vs. National Average
Median Income
+20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.5 pts vs. national avg
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12110
4.0 mi
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Walk: 11.0
12206
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12211
4.3 mi
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12208
4.6 mi
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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