Solar Installers Market: ZIP 43109
Opportunity Score
16
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 43109 is an urban area. with a population of 136 and household incomes near the national median ($56,563).
Area Profile
136
Population
$56,563
Median Income
-24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 35.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,350
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,132
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Ohio
- 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
-24% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
43232
2.7 mi
Pop: 46,844
$50,599
Walk: 9.8
43227
4.2 mi
Pop: 25,282
$45,314
Walk: 11.9
43068
4.2 mi
Pop: 59,399
$70,451
Walk: 11.1
43213
4.3 mi
Pop: 35,912
$53,908
Walk: 12.4
43147
6.2 mi
Pop: 45,929
$125,472
Walk: 6.5
43110
6.6 mi
Pop: 40,896
$76,334
43125
6.7 mi
Pop: 14,765
$82,376
Walk: 8.5
43004
7.0 mi
Pop: 31,416
$101,308
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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