Solar Installers Market: ZIP 68510
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 68510 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 19,534 and household incomes near the national median ($64,183). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 68510.
Area Profile
19,534
Population
$64,183
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 28.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 68510.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
2.0 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 68510 (4 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$857
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$1 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Nebraska
- 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
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
68506
1.7 mi
Pop: 27,909
$70,501
Walk: 16.1
68503
2.1 mi
Pop: 15,625
$50,886
Walk: 15.8
68505
2.6 mi
Pop: 18,185
$71,966
Walk: 14.6
68504
3.4 mi
Pop: 17,396
$52,159
Walk: 15.0
68588
3.5 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 16.9
68502
3.9 mi
Pop: 25,571
$65,825
Walk: 13.8
68508
4.0 mi
Pop: 17,444
$33,561
Walk: 14.6
68507
4.4 mi
Pop: 16,481
$71,194
Walk: 14.1
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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