Solar Installers Market: ZIP 17366
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17366 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 6,350 and household incomes above the national median ($78,026).
Area Profile
6,350
Population
$78,026
Median Income
+5% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 12.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,440
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,231
Median Gross Rent
$190 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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+5% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
17356
3.0 mi
Pop: 22,457
$85,726
Walk: 14.8
17317
3.5 mi
Pop: 443
$83,824
17368
4.4 mi
Pop: 6,768
$87,770
Walk: 4.6
17322
5.5 mi
Pop: 6,292
$107,816
17402
7.3 mi
Pop: 37,074
$77,134
Walk: 11.1
17313
7.7 mi
Pop: 11,263
$67,520
17582
8.0 mi
Pop: 1,711
$104,659
17406
8.1 mi
Pop: 24,181
$85,183
Walk: 7.8
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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