Solar Installers Market: ZIP 49424
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49424 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 48,995 and household incomes above the national median ($82,353). There are 10 solar installers operations in ZIP 49424.
Area Profile
48,995
Population
$82,353
Median Income
+10% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 49424.
10
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.0 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 76.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 49424 (10 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,350
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,157
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$830 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 10
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
+10% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
49434
6.9 mi
Pop: 96
Walk: 4.6
49460
7.0 mi
Pop: 8,891
$97,194
Walk: 4.7
49423
7.2 mi
Pop: 46,693
$78,524
Walk: 7.8
49464
10.1 mi
Pop: 29,738
$97,573
Walk: 5.8
49417
12.3 mi
Pop: 33,277
$84,476
Walk: 7.9
49453
12.3 mi
Pop: 2,729
$101,250
Walk: 5.1
49406
14.4 mi
Pop: 922
$95,417
49419
14.9 mi
Pop: 8,730
$92,708
Walk: 4.5
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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