Solar Installers Market: ZIP 55130
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55130 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 18,634 and household incomes near the national median ($53,281).
Area Profile
18,634
Population
$53,281
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 29.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 12.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,151
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$110 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Minnesota
- The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single biggest factor in your customers' buying decisions. Know the current rate and expiration timeline cold.
- Become a certified installer for at least two major panel manufacturers. Certification unlocks better wholesale pricing and warranty terms.
- Permitting and interconnection timelines vary wildly by utility. In some territories it takes 2 weeks. In others, 6 months. Map this before you set customer expectations.
- Roof condition kills more solar deals than price objections. Partner with a roofer or learn to assess roof life remaining.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-29% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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Walk: 13.7
55106
2.7 mi
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$68,601
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55103
2.8 mi
Pop: 13,892
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55107
2.9 mi
Pop: 15,533
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55102
3.9 mi
Pop: 19,565
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Walk: 16.7
55109
4.9 mi
Pop: 34,266
$81,759
Walk: 14.0
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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