Solar Installers Market: ZIP 43457
Opportunity Score
26
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 43457 is an urban area. with a population of 1,199 and household incomes near the national median ($52,132).
Area Profile
1,199
Population
$52,132
Median Income
-30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 49.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 5.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$840
Median Gross Rent
$150 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
-30% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
43406
4.8 mi
Pop: 1,490
$61,161
43467
4.8 mi
Pop: 92
$50,750
43466
6.4 mi
Pop: 2,708
$84,514
Walk: 6.3
44830
7.1 mi
Pop: 18,409
$61,589
Walk: 7.1
44841
7.9 mi
Pop: 590
$71,250
Walk: 4.1
43435
8.8 mi
Pop: 1,410
$86,413
Walk: 6.3
44817
9.4 mi
Pop: 1,606
$69,688
Walk: 5.1
43431
10.2 mi
Pop: 4,632
$82,533
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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