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Solar Installers Market: ZIP 35670

Opportunity Score
40 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 35670 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 7,116 and household incomes below the national median ($48,531). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 35670.

Area Profile

7,116
Population
$48,531
Median Income
-35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 13.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 35670.

4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
5.6 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$765
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$20 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
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Solar Installers
4
Bank Branches
1

vs. National Average

Median Income
-35% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.0 pts vs. national avg

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Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits