Solar Installers Market: ZIP 27597
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 27597 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 29,003 and household incomes above the national median ($81,862). There are 14 solar installers operations in ZIP 27597.
Area Profile
29,003
Population
$81,862
Median Income
+10% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 27597.
14
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.8 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 77.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 27597 (14 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,490
2BR Fair Market Rent
$985
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$270 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+10% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
27591
7.1 mi
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$76,710
Walk: 5.9
27557
8.4 mi
Pop: 8,407
$65,833
27508
8.9 mi
Pop: 2,448
$50,750
27571
12.4 mi
Pop: 8,908
$129,340
27545
13.1 mi
Pop: 33,750
$85,400
Walk: 8.9
27527
14.0 mi
Pop: 35,968
$111,011
Walk: 7.1
27596
14.2 mi
Pop: 19,574
$90,189
Walk: 6.4
27882
14.5 mi
Pop: 8,629
$55,972
Walk: 5.9
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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