Solar Installers Market: ZIP 14031
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14031 is an urban area. with a population of 9,741 and household incomes above the national median ($99,639).
Area Profile
9,741
Population
$99,639
Median Income
+34% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 51.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 39.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$930
Median Gross Rent
$320 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$190 K 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+34% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
14032
4.5 mi
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14086
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Walk: 9.1
14026
5.8 mi
Pop: 561
$86,023
14051
7.2 mi
Pop: 20,333
$126,895
Walk: 7.0
14221
7.5 mi
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14001
8.0 mi
Pop: 9,122
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14043
8.4 mi
Pop: 24,799
$73,373
Walk: 11.7
14004
9.9 mi
Pop: 11,312
$88,011
Walk: 12.8
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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