Solar Installers Market: ZIP 59873
Opportunity Score
38
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 59873 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 2,983 and household incomes near the national median ($54,176). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 59873.
Area Profile
2,983
Population
$54,176
Median Income
-27% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
6.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 59.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 59873.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
13.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$575
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$130 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Montana
- 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-27% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.3 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