Solar Installers Market: ZIP 45349
Opportunity Score
36
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 45349 is an urban area. with a population of 284 and household incomes above the national median ($89,375).
Area Profile
284
Population
$89,375
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 48.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 14.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,571
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
+20% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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45344
5.4 mi
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$71,627
Walk: 6.2
45504
6.0 mi
Pop: 16,654
$67,334
Walk: 7.9
45372
7.3 mi
Pop: 286
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45389
7.5 mi
Pop: 701
$73,125
Walk: 4.7
43072
8.8 mi
Pop: 5,347
$73,438
45506
9.1 mi
Pop: 13,339
$40,132
Walk: 6.3
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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