Solar Installers Market: ZIP 14586
Opportunity Score
79
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14586 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,056 and household incomes well above the national median ($122,833).
Area Profile
13,056
Population
$122,833
Median Income
+65% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 31.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,020
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,562
Median Gross Rent
$250 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.
- The median income here is $122,833. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+65% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
14543
4.1 mi
Pop: 3,301
$118,868
Walk: 5.6
14623
4.6 mi
Pop: 25,689
$61,088
Walk: 10.0
14467
5.4 mi
Pop: 10,468
$88,548
14546
6.3 mi
Pop: 4,585
$82,578
Walk: 6.3
14624
6.6 mi
Pop: 38,834
$86,046
Walk: 8.8
14619
7.1 mi
Pop: 14,223
$66,345
Walk: 12.8
14642
7.2 mi
Pop: 0
14627
7.3 mi
Pop: 3,008
Walk: 13.5
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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