Solar Installers Market: ZIP 40509
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 40509 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 45,135 and household incomes above the national median ($89,429). There are 9 solar installers operations in ZIP 40509.
Area Profile
45,135
Population
$89,429
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 38.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 40509.
9
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.0 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 75.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 40509 (9 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,317
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
25
Bank Branches
$3.1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 9
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 25
vs. National Average
Median Income
+20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
40516
5.2 mi
Pop: 2,809
$85,655
Walk: 4.8
40515
6.1 mi
Pop: 36,787
$83,782
Walk: 7.5
40505
7.0 mi
Pop: 25,855
$58,922
Walk: 11.6
40502
7.4 mi
Pop: 26,593
$73,939
Walk: 10.7
40517
7.8 mi
Pop: 36,396
$51,778
Walk: 11.9
40526
8.8 mi
Pop: 2,015
40507
8.9 mi
Pop: 2,225
$34,543
40536
9.2 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 12.7
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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