Solar Installers Market: ZIP 14209
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14209 is an urban area. with a population of 8,373 and household incomes below the national median ($49,359).
Area Profile
8,373
Population
$49,359
Median Income
-34% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 33.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,160
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,025
Median Gross Rent
$410 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
-34% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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0.9 mi
Pop: 15,440
$83,692
Walk: 14.0
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1.0 mi
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$46,940
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14213
1.8 mi
Pop: 23,072
$52,597
Walk: 14.0
14201
1.9 mi
Pop: 12,545
$34,204
14204
2.2 mi
Pop: 7,748
$26,000
Walk: 16.4
14202
2.4 mi
Pop: 3,764
$47,990
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14216
2.5 mi
Pop: 23,221
$70,260
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14214
2.5 mi
Pop: 21,162
$56,573
Walk: 13.6
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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