Solar Installers Market: ZIP 28673
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28673 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 6,339 and household incomes above the national median ($99,036).
Area Profile
6,339
Population
$99,036
Median Income
+33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 54.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,570
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,157
Median Gross Rent
$450 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in North Carolina
- The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single biggest factor in your customers' buying decisions. Know the current rate and expiration timeline cold.
- Become a certified installer for at least two major panel manufacturers. Certification unlocks better wholesale pricing and warranty terms.
- Permitting and interconnection timelines vary wildly by utility. In some territories it takes 2 weeks. In others, 6 months. Map this before you set customer expectations.
- Roof condition kills more solar deals than price objections. Partner with a roofer or learn to assess roof life remaining.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+33% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
28682
3.1 mi
Pop: 1,429
$96,949
Walk: 4.0
28609
5.8 mi
Pop: 6,617
$81,756
28117
7.8 mi
Pop: 48,170
$109,310
Walk: 7.8
28037
8.5 mi
Pop: 27,128
$109,779
Walk: 5.6
28677
9.7 mi
Pop: 37,628
$59,081
Walk: 6.0
28166
9.9 mi
Pop: 11,009
$85,107
Walk: 5.8
28650
11.5 mi
Pop: 13,082
$71,784
Walk: 4.8
28031
12.2 mi
Pop: 31,021
$115,746
Walk: 15.0
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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