Solar Installers Market: ZIP 23504
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 23504 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 24,052 and household incomes below the national median ($43,156).
Area Profile
24,052
Population
$43,156
Median Income
-42% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 28.7 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 13.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,400
2BR Fair Market Rent
$872
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Virginia
- 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.
- Median income sits at $43,156. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
vs. National Average
Median Income
-42% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
23509
1.7 mi
Pop: 12,912
$70,715
Walk: 13.5
23523
1.8 mi
Pop: 7,698
$37,189
Walk: 13.7
23510
1.8 mi
Pop: 9,240
$75,621
Walk: 14.3
23517
2.0 mi
Pop: 4,550
$63,556
Walk: 15.8
23507
2.6 mi
Pop: 6,515
$107,650
23708
2.7 mi
Pop: 316
Walk: 16.0
23513
2.9 mi
Pop: 29,962
$66,875
Walk: 13.5
23325
3.5 mi
Pop: 19,236
$73,666
Walk: 11.6
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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