Solar Installers Market: ZIP 13031
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 13031 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 16,076 and household incomes above the national median ($92,687).
Area Profile
16,076
Population
$92,687
Median Income
+24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 47.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 33.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,530
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,281
Median Gross Rent
$210 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$360 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
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+24% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
13164
3.6 mi
Pop: 2,695
$81,212
13209
5.4 mi
Pop: 12,995
$67,307
Walk: 9.0
13219
5.8 mi
Pop: 15,546
$81,414
Walk: 12.2
13108
5.8 mi
Pop: 6,144
$90,377
Walk: 9.1
13215
7.3 mi
Pop: 14,599
$112,328
Walk: 7.5
13060
7.4 mi
Pop: 2,845
$60,661
13112
8.7 mi
Pop: 1,827
$74,828
13204
8.9 mi
Pop: 19,511
$42,585
Walk: 15.0
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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