Solar Installers Market: ZIP 21146
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 21146 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 28,489 and household incomes well above the national median ($169,835). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 21146.
Area Profile
28,489
Population
$169,835
Median Income
+128% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 40.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 21146.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 21146 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,490
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,619
Median Gross Rent
$640 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.8 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+128% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.4 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