Solar Installers Market: ZIP 45409
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 45409 is an urban area. with a population of 15,677 and household incomes above the national median ($84,000).
Area Profile
15,677
Population
$84,000
Median Income
+13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 20.9 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 19.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,055
Median Gross Rent
$230 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
+13% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
45469
1.4 mi
Pop: 206
Walk: 12.2
45419
1.5 mi
Pop: 16,583
$85,876
Walk: 12.9
45423
2.7 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 17.3
45410
2.7 mi
Pop: 15,617
$46,766
Walk: 14.7
45402
3.0 mi
Pop: 9,964
$45,386
45429
3.1 mi
Pop: 26,510
$77,291
Walk: 12.8
45439
3.3 mi
Pop: 12,246
$47,788
Walk: 12.0
45403
3.9 mi
Pop: 13,831
$36,250
Walk: 14.3
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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