Solar Installers Market: ZIP 43204
Opportunity Score
54
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 43204 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 43,444 and household incomes near the national median ($59,158). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 43204.
Area Profile
43,444
Population
$59,158
Median Income
-21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 43204.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.2 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 43204 (5 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,206
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$290 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-21% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
43228
3.1 mi
Pop: 58,607
$60,895
Walk: 11.0
43222
3.2 mi
Pop: 4,182
43212
3.3 mi
Pop: 23,092
$74,952
Walk: 16.1
43223
4.2 mi
Pop: 27,427
$45,902
Walk: 12.0
43221
4.3 mi
Pop: 35,037
$115,393
Walk: 12.1
43215
4.8 mi
Pop: 16,999
$74,469
Walk: 16.6
43210
5.2 mi
Pop: 11,853
$30,197
Walk: 14.4
43201
6.0 mi
Pop: 33,873
$43,451
Walk: 15.2
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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