Solar Installers Market: ZIP 21104
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 21104 is an urban area. with a population of 5,786 and household incomes well above the national median ($199,803).
Area Profile
5,786
Population
$199,803
Median Income
+168% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 46.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 44.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,620
2BR Fair Market Rent
$660 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Maryland
- 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.
- The median income here is $199,803. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+168% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
21163
4.5 mi
Pop: 7,031
$131,154
Walk: 6.3
21042
5.0 mi
Pop: 43,021
$190,504
Walk: 8.2
21794
5.0 mi
Pop: 2,326
$223,833
Walk: 6.0
21784
5.6 mi
Pop: 37,813
$141,228
Walk: 6.7
21723
6.3 mi
Pop: 587
$250,001
21133
7.3 mi
Pop: 31,847
$84,248
Walk: 10.8
21136
7.9 mi
Pop: 33,778
$106,559
Walk: 9.3
21738
9.1 mi
Pop: 3,668
$230,429
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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