Solar Installers Market: ZIP 22079
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 22079 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 36,523 and household incomes well above the national median ($140,817). There are 12 solar installers operations in ZIP 22079.
Area Profile
36,523
Population
$140,817
Median Income
+89% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 36.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 22079.
12
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.3 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 22079 (12 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,790
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,457
Median Gross Rent
$600 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$360 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+89% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
22060
3.6 mi
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Walk: 10.4
22125
4.0 mi
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22153
5.3 mi
Pop: 32,656
$169,638
Walk: 10.2
22191
5.5 mi
Pop: 73,755
$107,993
Walk: 9.5
22315
6.8 mi
Pop: 28,725
$156,230
Walk: 12.4
22150
6.8 mi
Pop: 27,770
$120,406
Walk: 14.1
22152
7.1 mi
Pop: 29,066
$159,557
Walk: 11.9
20616
7.3 mi
Pop: 7,435
$129,188
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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