Solar Installers Market: ZIP 35401
Opportunity Score
43
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35401 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 40,507 and household incomes below the national median ($30,031). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 35401.
Area Profile
40,507
Population
$30,031
Median Income
-60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 22.2 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 11.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 35401.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.7 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 63.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 35401 (7 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$911
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
16
Bank Branches
$1.9 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 16
vs. National Average
Median Income
-60% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
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35473
6.6 mi
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35404
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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