Solar Installers Market: ZIP 17557
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17557 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 15,229 and household incomes above the national median ($78,717). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 17557.
Area Profile
15,229
Population
$78,717
Median Income
+6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 17557.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
2.6 per 10K residents
7
Roofing Contractors
4.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 36.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 17557 (4 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,390
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,273
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$730 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
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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