Solar Installers Market: ZIP 31909
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 31909 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 38,730 and household incomes near the national median ($69,221). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 31909.
Area Profile
38,730
Population
$69,221
Median Income
-7% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 25.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 31909.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 70.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 31909 (7 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,440
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,271
Median Gross Rent
$210 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$890 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-7% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
31907
4.7 mi
Pop: 61,544
$52,620
Walk: 6.0
31906
5.9 mi
Pop: 20,312
$41,913
Walk: 8.3
31904
5.9 mi
Pop: 34,906
$65,625
Walk: 9.1
31820
6.8 mi
Pop: 14,619
$114,444
Walk: 5.1
31901
7.0 mi
Pop: 6,139
$47,316
Walk: 10.5
36867
7.7 mi
Pop: 22,441
$46,847
Walk: 9.1
31808
8.3 mi
Pop: 8,888
$97,237
31804
8.6 mi
Pop: 5,814
$100,761
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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