Solar Installers Market: ZIP 28117
Opportunity Score
81
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28117 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 48,170 and household incomes well above the national median ($109,310). There are 27 solar installers operations in ZIP 28117.
Area Profile
48,170
Population
$109,310
Median Income
+47% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 39.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 28117.
27
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
5.6 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 77.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 28117 (27 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,593
Median Gross Rent
$570 K
Median Home Value
20
Bank Branches
$2.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 27
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 20
vs. National Average
Median Income
+47% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.7 pts vs. national avg
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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