Solar Installers Market: ZIP 35619
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35619 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,098 and household incomes near the national median ($64,295).
Area Profile
5,098
Population
$64,295
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,070
2BR Fair Market Rent
$993
Median Gross Rent
$150 K
Median Home Value
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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
35540
11.7 mi
Pop: 2,092
$51,454
35650
11.7 mi
Pop: 13,485
$61,010
Walk: 4.6
35673
14.1 mi
Pop: 7,679
$75,366
Walk: 3.9
35179
14.7 mi
Pop: 8,957
$62,750
Walk: 3.4
35640
14.9 mi
Pop: 26,976
$69,686
Walk: 6.0
35572
15.4 mi
Pop: 1,135
$68,483
Walk: 4.6
35603
16.3 mi
Pop: 31,875
$78,237
Walk: 7.2
35622
17.6 mi
Pop: 6,532
$53,354
Walk: 4.1
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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