Solar Installers Market: ZIP 48767
Opportunity Score
41
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48767 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 2,041 and household incomes near the national median ($74,469).
Area Profile
2,041
Population
$74,469
Median Income
+0% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
5.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 48.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 9.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,070
2BR Fair Market Rent
$942
Median Gross Rent
$130 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Michigan
- 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+0% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
48759
7.7 mi
Pop: 3,439
$60,431
Walk: 5.8
48701
7.9 mi
Pop: 1,364
$61,976
48733
12.0 mi
Pop: 1,650
$54,583
48723
12.5 mi
Pop: 11,960
$56,618
Walk: 9.8
48735
13.3 mi
Pop: 965
$61,250
Walk: 5.0
48720
13.4 mi
Pop: 1,046
$56,833
48754
16.3 mi
Pop: 979
$71,518
Walk: 4.2
48755
17.9 mi
Pop: 2,867
$60,044
Walk: 6.1
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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