Solar Installers Market: ZIP 31405
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 31405 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 39,724 and household incomes near the national median ($62,123). There are 16 solar installers operations in ZIP 31405.
Area Profile
39,724
Population
$62,123
Median Income
-17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 31405.
16
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.0 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 84.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 31405 (16 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,500
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,431
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$700 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 16
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
31409
2.9 mi
Pop: 536
31408
4.5 mi
Pop: 11,791
$40,109
Walk: 10.6
31415
4.6 mi
Pop: 11,788
$37,890
Walk: 14.6
31419
5.4 mi
Pop: 57,354
$70,734
Walk: 10.0
31401
6.3 mi
Pop: 20,562
$50,182
Walk: 15.3
31322
6.8 mi
Pop: 28,695
$91,293
Walk: 4.8
31421
7.7 mi
Pop: 18
31406
7.7 mi
Pop: 34,649
$66,084
Walk: 12.5
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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