Solar Installers Market: ZIP 35064
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35064 is an urban area. with a population of 9,929 and household incomes below the national median ($48,581).
Area Profile
9,929
Population
$48,581
Median Income
-35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 30.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,160
2BR Fair Market Rent
$997
Median Gross Rent
$120 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$140 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Alabama
- 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
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-35% vs. $74,580
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2.2 mi
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35218
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35208
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35211
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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