Solar Installers Market: ZIP 17028
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17028 is an urban area. with a population of 3,331 and household incomes near the national median ($66,754).
Area Profile
3,331
Population
$66,754
Median Income
-10% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 14.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,310
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,026
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$66 K deposits
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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-10% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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8.3 mi
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17003
9.0 mi
Pop: 11,932
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Walk: 10.9
17077
9.6 mi
Pop: 74
17033
9.8 mi
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17078
10.3 mi
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17036
10.4 mi
Pop: 22,487
$105,043
Walk: 10.0
17018
10.5 mi
Pop: 3,745
$77,750
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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