Solar Installers Market: ZIP 29207
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29207 is an urban area. with a population of 9,289 and household incomes near the national median ($66,875).
Area Profile
9,289
Population
$66,875
Median Income
-10% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 20.7 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 6.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,350
2BR Fair Market Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in South 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-10% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
29223
6.1 mi
Pop: 52,835
$56,300
Walk: 10.0
29229
7.9 mi
Pop: 50,652
$72,571
Walk: 8.4
29206
8.0 mi
Pop: 20,054
$89,726
Walk: 12.2
29061
10.0 mi
Pop: 12,875
$58,741
Walk: 4.3
29045
10.2 mi
Pop: 28,896
$80,627
29204
10.7 mi
Pop: 18,067
$49,745
Walk: 14.2
29209
10.8 mi
Pop: 37,314
$58,854
Walk: 9.9
29205
11.0 mi
Pop: 22,757
$62,197
Walk: 14.4
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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