Solar Installers Market: ZIP 17408
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17408 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 24,670 and household incomes above the national median ($87,044). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 17408.
Area Profile
24,670
Population
$87,044
Median Income
+17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 17408.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.6 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 17408 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,650
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,539
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$940 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.1 pts vs. national avg
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17403
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Walk: 5.3
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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