Solar Panel Costs Near New Castle, PA (16101)
Opportunity Score
47
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 16101 is an suburban area. with a population of 30,960 and household incomes near the national median ($50,481). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 16101.
Area Profile
30,960
Population
$50,481
Median Income
-32% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 43.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 16101.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.3 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 16101 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$706
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$740 K deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-32% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits