Solar Installers Market: ZIP 18644
Opportunity Score
49
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 18644 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 7,318 and household incomes near the national median ($72,803). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 18644.
Area Profile
7,318
Population
$72,803
Median Income
-2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 48.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 18644.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
4.1 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
4.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 18644 (3 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$920
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$110 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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18704
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18643
3.8 mi
Pop: 12,683
$61,685
Walk: 8.4
18705
4.7 mi
Pop: 15,595
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Walk: 8.0
18701
5.9 mi
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18708
6.0 mi
Pop: 9,063
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Walk: 6.1
18612
7.0 mi
Pop: 17,754
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Walk: 8.6
18651
7.4 mi
Pop: 8,672
$43,639
Walk: 9.3
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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