Solar Installers Market: ZIP 27704
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 27704 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 41,346 and household incomes near the national median ($62,435). There are 12 solar installers operations in ZIP 27704.
Area Profile
41,346
Population
$62,435
Median Income
-16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 27704.
12
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.9 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 27704 (12 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,760
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,306
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$740 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-16% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
27701
5.6 mi
Pop: 24,881
$66,852
Walk: 14.5
27703
5.8 mi
Pop: 62,994
$86,953
Walk: 12.1
27712
6.4 mi
Pop: 23,541
$91,190
Walk: 5.3
27509
7.2 mi
Pop: 7,838
$70,886
Walk: 6.2
27708
8.4 mi
Pop: 3,185
Walk: 13.8
27503
8.5 mi
Pop: 5,092
$107,173
27709
8.8 mi
Pop: 0
27617
10.0 mi
Pop: 20,012
$109,991
Walk: 9.2
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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