Solar Installers Market: ZIP 39213
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 39213 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 18,831 and household incomes below the national median ($28,115).
Area Profile
18,831
Population
$28,115
Median Income
-62% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$960
2BR Fair Market Rent
$773
Median Gross Rent
$74 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$160 K deposits
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.
- Median income sits at $28,115. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-62% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.4 pts vs. national avg
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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