Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77024
Opportunity Score
74
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77024 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 37,647 and household incomes well above the national median ($142,039). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 77024.
Area Profile
37,647
Population
$142,039
Median Income
+90% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 43.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 54.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 77024.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.9 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 70.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 77024 (7 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,796
Median Gross Rent
$1.2 M
Median Home Value
33
Bank Branches
$5.4 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 $142,039. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 33
vs. National Average
Median Income
+90% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.1 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