Solar Installers Market: ZIP 28682
Opportunity Score
44
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28682 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,429 and household incomes above the national median ($96,949).
Area Profile
1,429
Population
$96,949
Median Income
+30% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
4.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 51.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,560
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,519
Median Gross Rent
$600 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+30% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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Walk: 5.5
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28037
7.4 mi
Pop: 27,128
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Walk: 5.6
28609
8.9 mi
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28166
9.1 mi
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28031
9.2 mi
Pop: 31,021
$115,746
Walk: 15.0
28677
10.7 mi
Pop: 37,628
$59,081
Walk: 6.0
28115
13.2 mi
Pop: 42,862
$86,724
Walk: 6.0
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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