Solar Installers Market: ZIP 35811
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35811 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 29,748 and household incomes above the national median ($92,361). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 35811.
Area Profile
29,748
Population
$92,361
Median Income
+24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 35811.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.4 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 63.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 35811 (7 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,170
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,048
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$110 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+24% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
35741
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35759
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35801
6.7 mi
Pop: 23,901
$103,125
Walk: 8.6
35810
6.9 mi
Pop: 32,705
$46,963
Walk: 8.2
35748
8.9 mi
Pop: 7,311
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35802
9.1 mi
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Walk: 9.2
35816
9.8 mi
Pop: 15,172
$38,947
Walk: 13.5
35805
10.3 mi
Pop: 21,006
$31,247
Walk: 12.8
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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