Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77017
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77017 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 30,797 and household incomes near the national median ($53,750). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 77017.
Area Profile
30,797
Population
$53,750
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 32.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 77017.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.3 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 63.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 77017 (7 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,230
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,049
Median Gross Rent
$150 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$140 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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77587
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77547
3.4 mi
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77061
3.6 mi
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77502
3.6 mi
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77087
3.7 mi
Pop: 35,192
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77506
4.5 mi
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Walk: 9.1
77029
4.7 mi
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$49,601
Walk: 12.4
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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