Solar Installers Market: ZIP 35124
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35124 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 24,871 and household incomes above the national median ($91,513). There are 18 solar installers operations in ZIP 35124.
Area Profile
24,871
Population
$91,513
Median Income
+23% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 35124.
18
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
7.2 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 35124 (18 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,575
Median Gross Rent
$280 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$720 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+23% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
35043
5.5 mi
Pop: 15,068
$115,588
35244
6.1 mi
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$114,172
Walk: 8.2
35216
7.5 mi
Pop: 36,587
$73,125
Walk: 12.2
35007
7.6 mi
Pop: 27,935
$86,994
Walk: 7.0
35243
8.2 mi
Pop: 17,776
$99,063
Walk: 8.9
35242
8.6 mi
Pop: 56,956
$116,053
Walk: 7.1
35226
8.7 mi
Pop: 37,693
$126,053
Walk: 7.7
35229
10.5 mi
Pop: 2,603
Walk: 8.9
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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