Solar Installers Market: ZIP 27526
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 27526 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 59,306 and household incomes well above the national median ($105,055). There are 13 solar installers operations in ZIP 27526.
Area Profile
59,306
Population
$105,055
Median Income
+41% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 27526.
13
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 76.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 27526 (13 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,840
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,591
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.2 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 13
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+41% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
27540
5.8 mi
Pop: 45,993
$125,681
Walk: 8.4
27539
9.2 mi
Pop: 25,944
$140,121
Walk: 9.4
27501
10.8 mi
Pop: 23,237
$71,217
Walk: 6.3
27592
10.9 mi
Pop: 20,239
$94,564
Walk: 7.3
27506
11.2 mi
Pop: 1,064
27546
11.2 mi
Pop: 20,802
$61,781
Walk: 3.8
27562
12.1 mi
Pop: 5,044
$168,804
Walk: 5.0
27502
13.2 mi
Pop: 47,436
$137,088
Walk: 8.8
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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