Solar Installers Market: ZIP 55420
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55420 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 24,008 and household incomes above the national median ($77,539). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 55420.
Area Profile
24,008
Population
$77,539
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 55420.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.3 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
2.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 55420 (8 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,580
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,277
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.9 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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55425
3.7 mi
Pop: 10,562
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55337
4.0 mi
Pop: 48,104
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Walk: 11.2
55450
4.2 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 11.9
55437
4.6 mi
Pop: 19,282
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Walk: 9.7
55435
4.8 mi
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Walk: 14.0
55419
4.9 mi
Pop: 29,728
$143,254
Walk: 14.4
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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