Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77038
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77038 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 31,271 and household incomes near the national median ($50,655). There are 6 solar installers operations in ZIP 77038.
Area Profile
31,271
Population
$50,655
Median Income
-32% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 29.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 6.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 77038.
6
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.9 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 54.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 77038 (6 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,400
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,248
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$12 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-32% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
77067
2.3 mi
Pop: 31,800
$51,278
Walk: 10.8
77088
2.7 mi
Pop: 54,115
$52,549
Walk: 9.1
77060
3.2 mi
Pop: 44,920
$37,843
Walk: 10.5
77086
3.5 mi
Pop: 28,623
$58,184
Walk: 9.1
77037
4.0 mi
Pop: 17,806
$46,176
Walk: 11.8
77091
4.6 mi
Pop: 29,135
$35,737
Walk: 11.6
77014
4.9 mi
Pop: 36,314
$54,456
77066
5.0 mi
Pop: 38,315
$83,545
Walk: 9.9
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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