Solar Installers Market: ZIP 18621
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 18621 is an urban area. with a population of 4,903 and household incomes near the national median ($66,492).
Area Profile
4,903
Population
$66,492
Median Income
-11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 49.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,243
Median Gross Rent
$190 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-11% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
18617
5.9 mi
Pop: 1,616
$35,357
18627
6.3 mi
Pop: 0
18634
6.7 mi
Pop: 13,638
$60,482
Walk: 6.6
18656
8.4 mi
Pop: 2,128
$74,764
Walk: 4.7
18655
9.0 mi
Pop: 5,789
$68,362
Walk: 5.3
18651
9.1 mi
Pop: 8,672
$43,639
Walk: 9.3
18708
9.2 mi
Pop: 9,063
$95,480
Walk: 6.1
18618
9.4 mi
Pop: 3,583
$73,561
Walk: 6.0
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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