Solar Installers Market: ZIP 35801
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35801 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,901 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,125). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 35801.
Area Profile
23,901
Population
$103,125
Median Income
+38% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 42.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 35801.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.7 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
2.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 44.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 35801 (4 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,370
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,130
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
26
Bank Branches
$5.7 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 26
vs. National Average
Median Income
+38% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.9 pts vs. national avg
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35805
4.1 mi
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35816
4.7 mi
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35810
6.0 mi
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35896
6.3 mi
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35811
6.7 mi
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35741
7.1 mi
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Walk: 7.3
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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