Solar Installers Market: ZIP 55319
Opportunity Score
96
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55319 is an urban area. with a population of 5,490 and household incomes well above the national median ($111,343).
Area Profile
5,490
Population
$111,343
Median Income
+49% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$950
Median Gross Rent
$350 K
Median Home Value
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.
- The median income here is $111,343. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+49% vs. $74,580
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55320
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55362
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Walk: 7.7
56379
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55309
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Walk: 4.7
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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