Solar Installers Market: ZIP 55434
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55434 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 33,133 and household incomes above the national median ($88,163). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 55434.
Area Profile
33,133
Population
$88,163
Median Income
+18% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 55434.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.5 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 55434 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,960
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,703
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$950 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+18% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
55448
4.0 mi
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$95,610
Walk: 8.7
55433
4.4 mi
Pop: 34,423
$80,213
Walk: 11.6
55449
4.6 mi
Pop: 33,367
$128,750
Walk: 7.9
55432
4.6 mi
Pop: 32,935
$77,985
Walk: 12.1
55444
5.3 mi
Pop: 17,428
$114,545
Walk: 10.9
55304
5.7 mi
Pop: 49,452
$127,145
Walk: 6.0
55443
6.8 mi
Pop: 33,318
$88,220
Walk: 9.4
55112
7.0 mi
Pop: 45,680
$93,823
Walk: 13.2
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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