Solar Installers Market: ZIP 18966
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 18966 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 35,994 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,741). There are 23 solar installers operations in ZIP 18966.
Area Profile
35,994
Population
$119,741
Median Income
+61% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 47.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 18966.
23
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
6.4 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 85.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 18966 (23 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,840
Median Gross Rent
$470 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.8 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 23
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+61% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.8 pts vs. national avg
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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