Solar Installers Market: ZIP 55109
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55109 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 34,266 and household incomes above the national median ($81,759). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 55109.
Area Profile
34,266
Population
$81,759
Median Income
+10% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 20.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 55109.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 55109 (3 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,590
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,316
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.2 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+10% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.5 pts vs. national avg
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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