Solar Installers Market: ZIP 23517
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 23517 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 4,550 and household incomes near the national median ($63,556). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 23517.
Area Profile
4,550
Population
$63,556
Median Income
-15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 33.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 44.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 23517.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
6.6 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
6.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 23517 (3 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,660
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,397
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$640 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-15% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
23507
0.8 mi
Pop: 6,515
$107,650
23510
1.2 mi
Pop: 9,240
$75,621
Walk: 14.3
23708
1.7 mi
Pop: 316
Walk: 16.0
23508
1.7 mi
Pop: 20,119
$74,524
Walk: 13.5
23504
2.0 mi
Pop: 24,052
$43,156
Walk: 13.2
23509
2.1 mi
Pop: 12,912
$70,715
Walk: 13.5
23523
2.9 mi
Pop: 7,698
$37,189
Walk: 13.7
23505
3.1 mi
Pop: 28,983
$55,678
Walk: 13.1
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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