Solar Installers Market: ZIP 13027
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 13027 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 35,233 and household incomes above the national median ($91,369). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 13027.
Area Profile
35,233
Population
$91,369
Median Income
+23% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 31.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 13027.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,258
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$460 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+23% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
13164
6.0 mi
Pop: 2,695
$81,212
13112
6.2 mi
Pop: 1,827
$74,828
13135
6.4 mi
Pop: 6,229
$82,977
Walk: 6.1
13031
9.4 mi
Pop: 16,076
$92,687
Walk: 13.1
13090
10.0 mi
Pop: 29,180
$90,315
Walk: 10.8
13132
10.0 mi
Pop: 3,561
$71,780
Walk: 5.8
13209
10.4 mi
Pop: 12,995
$67,307
Walk: 9.0
13080
10.4 mi
Pop: 3,282
$77,039
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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