Solar Installers Market: ZIP 49505
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49505 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 32,224 and household incomes near the national median ($71,692). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 49505.
Area Profile
32,224
Population
$71,692
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 34.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 28.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 49505.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.2 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 44.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 49505 (4 vs. 5 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
$1,248
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$44 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
49503
2.8 mi
Pop: 37,874
$61,734
Walk: 14.7
49525
3.6 mi
Pop: 30,627
$87,969
Walk: 7.3
49506
3.9 mi
Pop: 35,025
$112,287
Walk: 13.2
49507
4.7 mi
Pop: 39,389
$56,578
Walk: 13.7
49504
5.1 mi
Pop: 40,402
$68,326
Walk: 14.2
49321
6.1 mi
Pop: 15,759
$74,691
Walk: 8.2
49306
7.3 mi
Pop: 10,806
$104,618
49509
7.8 mi
Pop: 28,133
$64,981
Walk: 12.9
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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