Solar Installers Market: ZIP 48126
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48126 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 52,075 and household incomes below the national median ($42,353). There are 17 solar installers operations in ZIP 48126.
Area Profile
52,075
Population
$42,353
Median Income
-43% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 28.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 13.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 48126.
17
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.3 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 85.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 48126 (17 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,310
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,222
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$2.3 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 17
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 14
vs. National Average
Median Income
-43% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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48122
3.6 mi
Pop: 12,605
$41,356
Walk: 9.0
48204
3.9 mi
Pop: 19,723
$32,875
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48227
4.0 mi
Pop: 39,474
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48210
4.1 mi
Pop: 26,925
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48217
4.3 mi
Pop: 6,437
$46,671
Walk: 11.7
48124
4.7 mi
Pop: 34,156
$78,353
Walk: 8.1
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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