Solar Installers Market: ZIP 43620
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 43620 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 5,039 and household incomes below the national median ($21,405).
Area Profile
5,039
Population
$21,405
Median Income
-71% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 32.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$890
2BR Fair Market Rent
$584
Median Gross Rent
$120 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.
- Median income sits at $21,405. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
vs. National Average
Median Income
-71% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
43610
1.0 mi
Pop: 4,057
$38,369
43604
1.4 mi
Pop: 9,708
$18,980
Walk: 18.0
43608
2.0 mi
Pop: 14,158
$28,535
Walk: 14.5
43609
3.0 mi
Pop: 20,495
$42,510
Walk: 13.4
43605
3.5 mi
Pop: 24,432
$36,389
Walk: 12.6
43612
3.5 mi
Pop: 28,231
$50,484
Walk: 13.1
43607
3.6 mi
Pop: 19,969
$37,442
Walk: 13.1
43606
4.0 mi
Pop: 24,630
$60,308
Walk: 13.3
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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