Solar Installers Market: ZIP 29643
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29643 is an suburban area. with a population of 2,887 and household incomes above the national median ($85,729).
Area Profile
2,887
Population
$85,729
Median Income
+15% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 49.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 25.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$270 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
- Suburban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+15% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
29689
7.1 mi
Pop: 4,147
$71,250
Walk: 4.4
30553
8.7 mi
Pop: 8,454
$52,146
Walk: 6.7
29678
9.1 mi
Pop: 23,507
$49,699
Walk: 9.5
30516
9.5 mi
Pop: 1,935
$68,182
30643
10.7 mi
Pop: 16,520
$57,145
Walk: 3.7
30520
13.7 mi
Pop: 4,617
$52,813
30557
14.6 mi
Pop: 4,905
$66,806
29625
14.8 mi
Pop: 27,475
$58,746
Walk: 7.2
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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