Solar Installers Market: ZIP 28104
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28104 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 36,232 and household incomes well above the national median ($129,775). There are 9 solar installers operations in ZIP 28104.
Area Profile
36,232
Population
$129,775
Median Income
+74% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 37.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 28104.
9
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.5 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 60.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 28104 (9 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,250
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,705
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$500 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 9
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+74% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
28105
4.3 mi
Pop: 45,922
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Walk: 8.1
28270
5.9 mi
Pop: 32,913
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Walk: 9.0
28079
7.8 mi
Pop: 40,820
$97,602
Walk: 6.2
28277
8.3 mi
Pop: 72,375
$122,223
Walk: 9.6
28108
8.7 mi
Pop: 31
28226
9.1 mi
Pop: 38,985
$113,203
Walk: 12.1
28212
9.5 mi
Pop: 42,628
$51,530
Walk: 11.8
28173
9.8 mi
Pop: 63,503
$146,196
Walk: 5.3
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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