Solar Installers Market: ZIP 17370
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17370 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 6,970 and household incomes above the national median ($86,722).
Area Profile
6,970
Population
$86,722
Median Income
+16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 15.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,300
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,157
Median Gross Rent
$220 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
+16% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.9 pts vs. national avg
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17034
6.2 mi
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Walk: 16.1
17339
6.5 mi
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17057
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17070
7.5 mi
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17318
7.8 mi
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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