Solar Installers Market: ZIP 34242
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 34242 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 7,672 and household incomes well above the national median ($122,143).
Area Profile
7,672
Population
$122,143
Median Income
+64% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 65.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 60.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,670
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,408
Median Gross Rent
$1 M
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$88 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Florida
- 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.
- The median income here is $122,143. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+64% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
34231
1.7 mi
Pop: 32,203
$69,721
Walk: 13.9
34239
3.8 mi
Pop: 14,795
$76,378
Walk: 14.4
34233
4.6 mi
Pop: 18,875
$77,041
Walk: 13.2
34236
4.7 mi
Pop: 13,916
$96,400
Walk: 12.5
34238
5.1 mi
Pop: 22,808
$94,583
Walk: 11.0
34237
5.7 mi
Pop: 17,568
$63,133
Walk: 15.9
34229
6.2 mi
Pop: 7,237
$93,949
34232
6.5 mi
Pop: 34,779
$81,041
Walk: 11.8
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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