Solar Installers Market: ZIP 48836
Opportunity Score
59
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 48836 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,978 and household incomes above the national median ($86,317). There are 6 solar installers operations in ZIP 48836.
Area Profile
14,978
Population
$86,317
Median Income
+16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 48836.
6
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.0 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 48836 (6 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,230
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,068
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$180 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+16% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
48892
6.7 mi
Pop: 4,769
$81,978
Walk: 3.4
48816
10.6 mi
Pop: 391
$48,988
48418
11.3 mi
Pop: 4,544
$72,210
48855
12.4 mi
Pop: 16,625
$104,552
Walk: 6.5
48843
12.4 mi
Pop: 46,902
$91,620
Walk: 5.2
48857
13.0 mi
Pop: 3,488
$81,319
48414
13.3 mi
Pop: 2,824
$66,071
48872
13.5 mi
Pop: 6,421
$79,434
Walk: 3.8
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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