Solar Installers Market: ZIP 14261
Opportunity Score
82
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14261 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic.
Area Profile
4,970
Population
Urban
Area Type
12.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 19.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,490
2BR Fair Market Rent
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
- Walkable
vs. National Average
Walkability
+2.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
14260
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14226
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Walk: 13.0
14068
3.2 mi
Pop: 8,504
$120,021
Walk: 7.8
14228
3.4 mi
Pop: 24,345
$72,426
Walk: 10.4
14223
4.1 mi
Pop: 22,363
$83,528
Walk: 13.3
14215
4.5 mi
Pop: 42,813
$43,326
Walk: 12.9
14221
4.9 mi
Pop: 55,153
$101,275
Walk: 9.2
14214
5.2 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