Solar Installers Market: ZIP 28212
Opportunity Score
54
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28212 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 42,628 and household incomes near the national median ($51,530). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 28212.
Area Profile
42,628
Population
$51,530
Median Income
-31% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 32.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 28212.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.9 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 61.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 28212 (8 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,790
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,274
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$540 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-31% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
28205
3.8 mi
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$72,479
Walk: 14.2
28211
3.9 mi
Pop: 32,637
$130,221
Walk: 12.5
28215
5.1 mi
Pop: 65,789
$66,065
Walk: 9.4
28105
5.3 mi
Pop: 45,922
$104,242
Walk: 8.1
28270
5.4 mi
Pop: 32,913
$128,660
Walk: 9.0
28207
5.5 mi
Pop: 9,709
$212,348
Walk: 14.1
28204
6.0 mi
Pop: 9,744
$89,207
Walk: 14.7
28274
6.2 mi
Pop: 687
Walk: 13.9
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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