Solar Installers Market: ZIP 28601
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28601 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 52,839 and household incomes near the national median ($67,839). There are 12 solar installers operations in ZIP 28601.
Area Profile
52,839
Population
$67,839
Median Income
-9% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 28601.
12
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.3 per 10K residents
9
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 28601 (12 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$951
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
16
Bank Branches
$2.9 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 16
vs. National Average
Median Income
-9% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
28667
6.8 mi
Pop: 282
Walk: 6.1
28637
7.4 mi
Pop: 1,512
$58,190
Walk: 5.9
28630
7.7 mi
Pop: 20,400
$65,713
Walk: 5.8
28602
7.8 mi
Pop: 29,273
$56,031
Walk: 8.7
28613
8.6 mi
Pop: 23,486
$55,690
Walk: 5.4
28666
10.6 mi
Pop: 301
Walk: 5.1
28658
11.2 mi
Pop: 25,681
$67,805
Walk: 5.9
28638
11.6 mi
Pop: 11,629
$58,914
Walk: 8.8
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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