Solar Installers Market: ZIP 45158
Opportunity Score
28
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 45158 is an urban area. with a population of 743 and household incomes near the national median ($63,295).
Area Profile
743
Population
$63,295
Median Income
-15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 46.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 3.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,130
2BR Fair Market Rent
$866
Median Gross Rent
$220 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
-15% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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Walk: 5.0
45162
6.0 mi
Pop: 2,348
$72,321
Walk: 4.1
45103
7.7 mi
Pop: 36,788
$81,837
Walk: 7.7
45176
7.8 mi
Pop: 9,813
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Walk: 5.0
45107
10.1 mi
Pop: 9,748
$65,625
Walk: 6.6
45150
10.6 mi
Pop: 33,342
$91,780
Walk: 8.6
45118
11.1 mi
Pop: 3,789
$92,469
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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