Solar Installers Market: ZIP 12746
Opportunity Score
34
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 12746 is an urban area. with a population of 598 and household incomes above the national median ($77,566).
Area Profile
598
Population
$77,566
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 51.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,650
2BR Fair Market Rent
$220 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
12729
4.4 mi
Pop: 1,307
$67,917
Walk: 4.8
12771
4.6 mi
Pop: 14,345
$67,926
Walk: 8.6
12780
5.2 mi
Pop: 2,245
$72,219
Walk: 5.3
18336
7.6 mi
Pop: 4,133
$71,420
Walk: 10.2
10963
7.9 mi
Pop: 3,940
$79,265
18340
8.0 mi
Pop: 160
Walk: 7.3
12785
8.9 mi
Pop: 968
$122,167
Walk: 3.8
12777
9.3 mi
Pop: 791
$143,750
Walk: 4.8
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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