Solar Installers Market: ZIP 27217
Opportunity Score
46
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 27217 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 40,561 and household incomes near the national median ($50,770). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 27217.
Area Profile
40,561
Population
$50,770
Median Income
-32% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 27217.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 27217 (5 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$859
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$5.6 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-32% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.9 pts vs. national avg
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27302
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Walk: 5.8
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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