Solar Installers Market: ZIP 38661
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38661 is an urban area. with a population of 1,808 and household incomes near the national median ($62,143).
Area Profile
1,808
Population
$62,143
Median Income
-17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 53.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$210 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Mississippi
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-17% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
38611
8.4 mi
Pop: 16,751
$54,198
38635
9.3 mi
Pop: 15,312
$53,441
Walk: 7.5
38066
13.5 mi
Pop: 3,706
$105,282
Walk: 5.0
38017
14.4 mi
Pop: 56,427
$135,946
Walk: 7.5
38642
15.0 mi
Pop: 2,085
$58,857
38057
18.0 mi
Pop: 3,329
$87,023
38654
18.3 mi
Pop: 57,334
$99,481
Walk: 5.8
38125
18.8 mi
Pop: 42,793
$83,184
Walk: 8.4
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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