Solar Installers Market: ZIP 35244
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35244 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 36,775 and household incomes well above the national median ($114,172). There are 9 solar installers operations in ZIP 35244.
Area Profile
36,775
Population
$114,172
Median Income
+53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 41.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 35244.
9
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.4 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 69.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 35244 (9 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,560
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,413
Median Gross Rent
$390 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$1.3 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 9
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 14
vs. National Average
Median Income
+53% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
35226
3.4 mi
Pop: 37,693
$126,053
Walk: 7.7
35216
5.2 mi
Pop: 36,587
$73,125
Walk: 12.2
35124
6.1 mi
Pop: 24,871
$91,513
Walk: 6.6
35211
7.7 mi
Pop: 25,267
$34,286
Walk: 12.7
35209
7.8 mi
Pop: 33,476
$72,383
Walk: 14.0
35229
8.0 mi
Pop: 2,603
Walk: 8.9
35243
8.4 mi
Pop: 17,776
$99,063
Walk: 8.9
35221
8.4 mi
Pop: 3,127
$39,750
Walk: 12.6
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the SolarBreakeven calculator.
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