Solar Installers Market: ZIP 48189
Opportunity Score
50
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48189 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,748 and household incomes above the national median ($82,433). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 48189.
Area Profile
13,748
Population
$82,433
Median Income
+11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 48189.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
2.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
2.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 42.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 48189 (3 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,400
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,228
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$35 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.1 pts vs. national avg
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48105
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48178
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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