Solar Installers Market: ZIP 50009
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 50009 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 21,992 and household incomes above the national median ($90,393). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 50009.
Area Profile
21,992
Population
$90,393
Median Income
+21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 50009.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 63.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 50009 (7 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,201
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$500 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+21% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.4 pts vs. national avg
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5.9 mi
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50317
6.4 mi
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50169
7.5 mi
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50237
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50021
9.2 mi
Pop: 29,718
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50316
9.9 mi
Pop: 16,188
$53,090
Walk: 14.1
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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