Solar Installers Market: ZIP 14222
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14222 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 15,440 and household incomes above the national median ($83,692).
Area Profile
15,440
Population
$83,692
Median Income
+12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 44.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,330
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,168
Median Gross Rent
$410 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$600 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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+12% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.5 pts vs. national avg
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Walk: 14.0
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14208
1.8 mi
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Walk: 13.1
14216
2.3 mi
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14207
2.7 mi
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14202
2.7 mi
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14214
2.8 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