Solar Installers Market: ZIP 29684
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29684 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,431 and household incomes near the national median ($58,047).
Area Profile
5,431
Population
$58,047
Median Income
-22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$940
2BR Fair Market Rent
$915
Median Gross 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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
29626
6.2 mi
Pop: 13,678
$55,063
Walk: 5.7
29624
7.6 mi
Pop: 14,490
$31,808
Walk: 7.9
29655
9.9 mi
Pop: 8,078
$55,305
Walk: 3.9
29621
11.8 mi
Pop: 44,458
$71,446
Walk: 7.8
29625
12.6 mi
Pop: 27,475
$58,746
Walk: 7.2
29659
12.6 mi
Pop: 120
Walk: 3.4
30643
13.4 mi
Pop: 16,520
$57,145
Walk: 3.7
29689
15.3 mi
Pop: 4,147
$71,250
Walk: 4.4
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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