Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77055
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77055 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 44,088 and household incomes near the national median ($73,297). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 77055.
Area Profile
44,088
Population
$73,297
Median Income
-2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 77055.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.6 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 58.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 77055 (7 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,430
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,239
Median Gross Rent
$580 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$1.5 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
-2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
77024
2.2 mi
Pop: 37,647
$142,039
Walk: 13.6
77080
2.5 mi
Pop: 49,064
$63,056
Walk: 13.9
77092
2.7 mi
Pop: 36,185
$56,741
Walk: 13.7
77056
3.7 mi
Pop: 23,314
$101,932
Walk: 14.9
77057
3.7 mi
Pop: 45,394
$66,200
Walk: 15.3
77063
4.7 mi
Pop: 39,994
$54,509
Walk: 13.6
77027
5.1 mi
Pop: 19,269
$102,861
Walk: 12.8
77018
5.1 mi
Pop: 29,595
$121,658
Walk: 13.6
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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