Solar Panel Costs Near Mobile, AL (36608)
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36608 is an urban area. with a population of 37,599 and household incomes near the national median ($64,372). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 36608.
Area Profile
37,599
Population
$64,372
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 33.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 36608.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.1 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 36608 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,045
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
27
Bank Branches
$3.1 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 27
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
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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