Solar Installers Market: ZIP 29805
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29805 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,882 and household incomes above the national median ($76,359).
Area Profile
4,882
Population
$76,359
Median Income
+2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$806
Median Gross Rent
$210 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
+2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
29801
6.6 mi
Pop: 30,088
$55,032
Walk: 7.4
29129
10.9 mi
Pop: 5,329
$62,022
29105
11.4 mi
Pop: 1,640
$92,031
29164
12.7 mi
Pop: 4,961
$45,755
Walk: 3.3
29856
12.9 mi
Pop: 3,473
$49,167
29803
14.3 mi
Pop: 40,069
$82,933
Walk: 5.9
29851
16.6 mi
Pop: 9,081
$65,882
Walk: 6.0
29847
16.7 mi
Pop: 4,925
$69,219
Walk: 4.3
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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