Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77070
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77070 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 57,645 and household incomes near the national median ($72,440). There are 13 solar installers operations in ZIP 77070.
Area Profile
57,645
Population
$72,440
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 24.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 77070.
13
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.3 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 76.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 77070 (13 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,770
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,571
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$1.6 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 13
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 14
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
77069
3.5 mi
Pop: 20,935
$73,599
Walk: 10.2
77065
4.2 mi
Pop: 38,393
$75,496
Walk: 9.3
77064
4.4 mi
Pop: 48,924
$85,318
Walk: 8.4
77379
4.9 mi
Pop: 83,163
$110,712
Walk: 9.8
77066
5.1 mi
Pop: 38,315
$83,545
Walk: 9.9
77068
6.2 mi
Pop: 12,289
$85,873
Walk: 9.3
77429
6.4 mi
Pop: 95,938
$117,931
Walk: 7.9
77086
7.0 mi
Pop: 28,623
$58,184
Walk: 9.1
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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