Solar Installers Market: ZIP 44054
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 44054 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 12,733 and household incomes near the national median ($73,151).
Area Profile
12,733
Population
$73,151
Median Income
-2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 19.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,059
Median Gross Rent
$180 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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
44055
4.0 mi
Pop: 19,870
$36,603
Walk: 7.1
44012
5.3 mi
Pop: 25,456
$110,174
Walk: 8.1
44052
5.4 mi
Pop: 28,067
$42,298
Walk: 7.5
44011
6.2 mi
Pop: 25,082
$126,618
44035
7.7 mi
Pop: 62,024
$54,362
Walk: 6.5
44039
7.7 mi
Pop: 36,235
$94,128
Walk: 7.4
44053
9.5 mi
Pop: 21,257
$65,332
Walk: 7.3
44145
11.2 mi
Pop: 34,036
$110,101
Walk: 10.9
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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