Solar Installers Market: ZIP 14036
Opportunity Score
84
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14036 is an urban area. with a population of 5,745 and household incomes above the national median ($91,806).
Area Profile
5,745
Population
$91,806
Median Income
+23% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 49.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 14.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$923
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
vs. National Average
Median Income
+23% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
14056
5.9 mi
Pop: 205
14040
6.4 mi
Pop: 1,635
$85,820
Walk: 4.2
14013
7.1 mi
Pop: 1,612
$73,350
Walk: 2.3
14001
9.4 mi
Pop: 9,122
$73,786
Walk: 5.5
14004
9.7 mi
Pop: 11,312
$88,011
Walk: 12.8
14005
10.3 mi
Pop: 1,788
$94,931
14125
11.0 mi
Pop: 3,668
$63,603
Walk: 5.8
14011
11.7 mi
Pop: 7,382
$73,750
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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