Solar Installers Market: ZIP 34788
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 34788 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 21,867 and household incomes near the national median ($57,477).
Area Profile
21,867
Population
$57,477
Median Income
-23% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 56.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 15.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,740
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,384
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$160 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-23% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
32735
3.6 mi
Pop: 5,346
$68,503
34731
7.4 mi
Pop: 12,239
$63,329
Walk: 7.5
32726
7.8 mi
Pop: 23,885
$60,750
Walk: 9.7
32159
7.9 mi
Pop: 30,846
$57,536
Walk: 11.3
32784
8.2 mi
Pop: 9,859
$69,633
Walk: 3.9
32778
8.5 mi
Pop: 25,099
$61,815
Walk: 7.9
34748
9.8 mi
Pop: 45,960
$53,768
Walk: 9.6
32195
10.0 mi
Pop: 3,282
$61,771
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