Solar Installers Market: ZIP 13164
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 13164 is an urban area. with a population of 2,695 and household incomes above the national median ($81,212).
Area Profile
2,695
Population
$81,212
Median Income
+9% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 25.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,430
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,068
Median Gross Rent
$210 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
+9% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
13031
3.6 mi
Pop: 16,076
$92,687
Walk: 13.1
13209
5.4 mi
Pop: 12,995
$67,307
Walk: 9.0
13027
6.0 mi
Pop: 35,233
$91,369
Walk: 9.7
13112
7.2 mi
Pop: 1,827
$74,828
13219
7.3 mi
Pop: 15,546
$81,414
Walk: 12.2
13090
7.9 mi
Pop: 29,180
$90,315
Walk: 10.8
13088
8.5 mi
Pop: 21,875
$73,814
Walk: 11.1
13060
8.5 mi
Pop: 2,845
$60,661
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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