Solar Installers Market: ZIP 18109
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 18109 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 18,117 and household incomes near the national median ($55,437). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 18109.
Area Profile
18,117
Population
$55,437
Median Income
-26% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 12.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 18109.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
2.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 18109 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,480
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,239
Median Gross Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$290 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-26% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.5 pts vs. national avg
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Walk: 16.0
18018
3.2 mi
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18017
4.1 mi
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18052
4.6 mi
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18103
5.5 mi
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Walk: 13.4
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$58,470
Walk: 15.3
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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