Solar Installers Market: ZIP 31601
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 31601 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 31,495 and household incomes below the national median ($34,846). There are 18 solar installers operations in ZIP 31601.
Area Profile
31,495
Population
$34,846
Median Income
-53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.5/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 31601.
18
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
5.7 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 81.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 31601 (18 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$872
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$120 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-53% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
31698
5.9 mi
Pop: 934
Walk: 10.0
31602
6.4 mi
Pop: 35,347
$55,980
Walk: 7.8
31606
10.7 mi
Pop: 3,391
$43,411
31605
13.3 mi
Pop: 24,280
$73,991
Walk: 6.4
32350
13.8 mi
Pop: 1,452
$45,417
Walk: 3.1
31632
14.6 mi
Pop: 15,304
$81,178
Walk: 5.7
31638
15.3 mi
Pop: 1,039
$53,750
31643
15.4 mi
Pop: 9,848
$43,324
Walk: 6.0
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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