Solar Installers Market: ZIP 38152
Opportunity Score
42
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38152 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic.
Area Profile
506
Population
Urban
Area Type
14.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 19.7 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Tennessee
- 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
Walkability
+4.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
38111
0.7 mi
Pop: 43,308
$52,806
Walk: 12.2
38117
2.2 mi
Pop: 26,327
$93,688
Walk: 13.5
38122
2.9 mi
Pop: 25,310
$45,456
Walk: 12.2
38112
3.4 mi
Pop: 16,798
$52,639
Walk: 13.3
38114
3.7 mi
Pop: 20,440
$32,080
Walk: 13.0
38108
4.4 mi
Pop: 18,501
$35,435
Walk: 12.2
38104
4.7 mi
Pop: 22,925
$56,452
Walk: 15.3
38131
5.2 mi
Pop: 0
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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