Solar Installers Market: ZIP 49509
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 49509 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 28,133 and household incomes near the national median ($64,981). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 49509.
Area Profile
28,133
Population
$64,981
Median Income
-13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 12.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 49509.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 49509 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,270
2BR Fair Market Rent
$983
Median Gross Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$410 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-13% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
49519
1.8 mi
Pop: 28,308
$75,373
Walk: 11.3
49548
2.9 mi
Pop: 35,119
$62,218
Walk: 11.0
49507
3.5 mi
Pop: 39,389
$56,578
Walk: 13.7
49508
4.8 mi
Pop: 41,924
$65,328
Walk: 11.1
49503
5.0 mi
Pop: 37,874
$61,734
Walk: 14.7
49418
5.3 mi
Pop: 30,907
$83,485
Walk: 13.2
49504
5.9 mi
Pop: 40,402
$68,326
Walk: 14.2
49506
6.4 mi
Pop: 35,025
$112,287
Walk: 13.2
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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