Solar Installers Market: ZIP 13082
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 13082 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,177 and household incomes above the national median ($89,485).
Area Profile
4,177
Population
$89,485
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,230
2BR Fair Market Rent
$646
Median Gross Rent
$180 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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
13116
3.8 mi
Pop: 3,657
$93,125
Walk: 12.3
13030
3.9 mi
Pop: 3,611
$77,541
13057
5.4 mi
Pop: 14,476
$77,908
Walk: 14.3
13066
5.6 mi
Pop: 12,680
$121,599
Walk: 10.5
13037
7.6 mi
Pop: 9,519
$79,191
Walk: 4.1
13039
8.2 mi
Pop: 17,184
$108,694
Walk: 6.7
13214
9.1 mi
Pop: 8,713
$93,200
Walk: 15.0
13104
9.7 mi
Pop: 16,504
$123,770
Walk: 10.0
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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