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Solar Installers Market: ZIP 76028

Opportunity Score
73 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 76028 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 78,699 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,125). There are 31 solar installers operations in ZIP 76028.

Area Profile

78,699
Population
$100,125
Median Income
+34% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 20.2% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 76028.

31
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
3.9 per 10K residents
28
Roofing Contractors
3.6 per 10K residents
What this means: Solar Installers are 52.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 76028 (31 vs. 28 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,740
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,691
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
17
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits

Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Texas

  • 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 $100,125. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Quick Facts

Area Type
Urban
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Solar Installers
31
Related Businesses
28
Bank Branches
17

vs. National Average

Median Income
+34% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.6 pts vs. national avg

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Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits