Solar Installers Market: ZIP 50265
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 50265 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 33,061 and household incomes above the national median ($84,588). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 50265.
Area Profile
33,061
Population
$84,588
Median Income
+13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 33.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 50265.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.2 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 50265 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,180
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,065
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$890 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+13% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
50266
4.6 mi
Pop: 36,770
$85,282
Walk: 13.1
50324
5.0 mi
Pop: 5,171
$89,083
50312
5.3 mi
Pop: 15,492
$82,720
Walk: 13.5
50061
5.6 mi
Pop: 2,327
$130,250
50325
5.9 mi
Pop: 18,776
$131,082
Walk: 11.5
50321
6.1 mi
Pop: 7,787
$77,636
Walk: 10.2
50322
6.4 mi
Pop: 31,694
$89,323
Walk: 11.9
50311
6.7 mi
Pop: 15,889
$63,233
Walk: 12.6
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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