Solar Installers Market: ZIP 28217
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28217 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 31,909 and household incomes near the national median ($60,397). There are 22 solar installers operations in ZIP 28217.
Area Profile
31,909
Population
$60,397
Median Income
-19% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 31.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 28217.
22
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
6.9 per 10K residents
7
Roofing Contractors
2.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 75.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 28217 (22 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,498
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$780 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 22
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-19% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.0 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