Solar Installers Market: ZIP 16865
Opportunity Score
46
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 16865 is an urban area. with a population of 1,657 and household incomes above the national median ($76,389).
Area Profile
1,657
Population
$76,389
Median Income
+2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 50.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 37.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,700
2BR Fair Market Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Pennsylvania
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
+2% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
16868
4.5 mi
Pop: 1,174
$160,747
16669
5.8 mi
Pop: 2,104
$72,813
Walk: 5.1
16803
7.2 mi
Pop: 23,660
$71,993
Walk: 13.4
16877
7.8 mi
Pop: 1,505
$79,353
Walk: 4.3
16802
8.1 mi
Pop: 13,499
Walk: 14.2
16870
8.4 mi
Pop: 7,386
$118,243
Walk: 5.3
16683
8.6 mi
Pop: 346
$85,000
16801
8.9 mi
Pop: 42,153
$62,821
Walk: 15.2
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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