Solar Installers Market: ZIP 14026
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14026 is an urban area. with a population of 561 and household incomes above the national median ($86,023).
Area Profile
561
Population
$86,023
Median Income
+15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 56.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,230
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,197
Median Gross Rent
$200 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
+15% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
14043
3.1 mi
Pop: 24,799
$73,373
Walk: 11.7
14221
3.8 mi
Pop: 55,153
$101,275
Walk: 9.2
14225
4.4 mi
Pop: 33,801
$65,562
Walk: 12.4
14086
4.8 mi
Pop: 35,659
$95,949
Walk: 9.1
14227
5.7 mi
Pop: 21,669
$67,349
Walk: 10.6
14031
5.8 mi
Pop: 9,741
$99,639
14051
7.0 mi
Pop: 20,333
$126,895
Walk: 7.0
14068
7.7 mi
Pop: 8,504
$120,021
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