Solar Installers Market: ZIP 13066
Opportunity Score
84
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 13066 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 12,680 and household incomes well above the national median ($121,599).
Area Profile
12,680
Population
$121,599
Median Income
+63% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 46.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 47.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,218
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1 M 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.
- The median income here is $121,599. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+63% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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13082
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13104
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13078
6.6 mi
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13224
7.1 mi
Pop: 8,638
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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