Solar Installers Market: ZIP 17776
Opportunity Score
24
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 17776 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 158 and household incomes near the national median ($71,250).
Area Profile
158
Population
$71,250
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 54.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 17.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$980
2BR Fair Market Rent
$180 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
-4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
17739
6.9 mi
Pop: 24
$48,750
17723
12.4 mi
Pop: 53
$58,750
17740
12.6 mi
Pop: 11,600
$71,000
Walk: 8.9
16938
13.3 mi
Pop: 786
$73,929
17727
14.3 mi
Pop: 31
$46,538
Walk: 4.5
17745
15.2 mi
Pop: 17,722
$53,602
Walk: 10.4
17744
15.4 mi
Pop: 2,789
$65,833
Walk: 6.4
17779
15.4 mi
Pop: 146
$51,750
Walk: 7.1
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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