Solar Installers Market: ZIP 18962
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 18962 is an urban area. with a population of 450 and household incomes above the national median ($91,464).
Area Profile
450
Population
$91,464
Median Income
+23% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,860
2BR Fair Market Rent
$350 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
+23% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
18927
2.5 mi
Pop: 311
$250,001
18932
3.9 mi
Pop: 584
$110,028
Walk: 7.8
18960
4.1 mi
Pop: 12,198
$103,594
Walk: 7.6
19440
4.3 mi
Pop: 19,650
$101,654
Walk: 9.6
18944
4.5 mi
Pop: 27,405
$133,131
Walk: 7.3
18917
5.1 mi
Pop: 2,176
$75,000
Walk: 9.2
18915
5.1 mi
Pop: 1,791
$141,645
18964
5.5 mi
Pop: 14,422
$94,291
Walk: 14.0
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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