Solar Installers Market: ZIP 49426
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49426 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 39,986 and household incomes well above the national median ($106,981). There are 15 solar installers operations in ZIP 49426.
Area Profile
39,986
Population
$106,981
Median Income
+43% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 49426.
15
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 83.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 49426 (15 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,430
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,199
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$760 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 15
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+43% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.7 pts vs. national avg
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49464
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49418
8.3 mi
Pop: 30,907
$83,485
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49401
9.3 mi
Pop: 28,941
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49534
9.8 mi
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49430
10.3 mi
Pop: 48
49315
10.9 mi
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49323
11.5 mi
Pop: 10,602
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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