Solar Installers Market: ZIP 14502
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14502 is an urban area. with a population of 10,515 and household incomes above the national median ($83,224).
Area Profile
10,515
Population
$83,224
Median Income
+12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 43.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$999
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$91 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
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+12% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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14425
7.4 mi
Pop: 13,582
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14522
8.3 mi
Pop: 9,230
$80,368
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14526
8.4 mi
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14519
9.6 mi
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14564
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Walk: 7.1
14548
10.5 mi
Pop: 3,695
$84,943
Walk: 6.1
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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