Solar Installers Market: ZIP 28007
Opportunity Score
22
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28007 is an urban area. with a population of 800 and household incomes near the national median ($52,422).
Area Profile
800
Population
$52,422
Median Income
-30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 52.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 4.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$747
Median Gross Rent
$99 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in North Carolina
- The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single biggest factor in your customers' buying decisions. Know the current rate and expiration timeline cold.
- Become a certified installer for at least two major panel manufacturers. Certification unlocks better wholesale pricing and warranty terms.
- Permitting and interconnection timelines vary wildly by utility. In some territories it takes 2 weeks. In others, 6 months. Map this before you set customer expectations.
- Roof condition kills more solar deals than price objections. Partner with a roofer or learn to assess roof life remaining.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-30% vs. $74,580
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Walk: 4.1
27306
12.6 mi
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28129
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Walk: 4.1
28001
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28091
16.5 mi
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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