Solar Installers Market: ZIP 13321
Opportunity Score
26
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 13321 is an urban area. with a population of 815 and household incomes near the national median ($58,508).
Area Profile
815
Population
$58,508
Median Income
-22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 48.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 17.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,079
Median Gross Rent
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
-22% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
13492
3.0 mi
Pop: 11,233
$84,543
Walk: 7.3
13323
3.4 mi
Pop: 11,014
$82,060
Walk: 12.1
13490
4.2 mi
Pop: 1,346
$98,750
13424
4.4 mi
Pop: 2,285
$90,179
13417
5.5 mi
Pop: 3,012
$56,055
13495
6.7 mi
Pop: 1,889
$63,517
13413
6.9 mi
Pop: 16,940
$91,899
Walk: 15.2
13328
8.3 mi
Pop: 1,302
$95,000
Walk: 7.8
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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