Solar Installers Market: ZIP 26003
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 26003 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 40,445 and household incomes near the national median ($58,625). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 26003.
Area Profile
40,445
Population
$58,625
Median Income
-21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 26003.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.0 per 10K residents
7
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 53.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 26003 (8 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,020
2BR Fair Market Rent
$823
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
16
Bank Branches
$2.8 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 16
vs. National Average
Median Income
-21% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
26059
3.2 mi
Pop: 2,863
$69,922
Walk: 6.8
26031
6.2 mi
Pop: 1,556
$50,474
Walk: 10.0
43935
7.1 mi
Pop: 7,918
$50,109
Walk: 8.8
43971
7.6 mi
Pop: 1,015
$50,913
Walk: 6.5
26060
7.7 mi
Pop: 1,789
$78,712
Walk: 5.9
26074
7.7 mi
Pop: 1,461
$51,875
Walk: 5.0
43963
7.7 mi
Pop: 1,191
$55,795
26040
8.1 mi
Pop: 1,855
$43,235
Walk: 7.5
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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