Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77080
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77080 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 49,064 and household incomes near the national median ($63,056). There are 16 solar installers operations in ZIP 77080.
Area Profile
49,064
Population
$63,056
Median Income
-15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 31.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 77080.
16
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.3 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 76.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 77080 (16 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,253
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$320 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 16
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-15% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
77055
2.5 mi
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$73,297
Walk: 14.9
77092
3.4 mi
Pop: 36,185
$56,741
Walk: 13.7
77024
3.7 mi
Pop: 37,647
$142,039
Walk: 13.6
77040
4.1 mi
Pop: 50,446
$67,254
Walk: 8.2
77043
4.3 mi
Pop: 26,343
$75,017
Walk: 13.8
77041
5.1 mi
Pop: 33,180
$79,164
Walk: 7.8
77057
5.6 mi
Pop: 45,394
$66,200
Walk: 15.3
77063
5.7 mi
Pop: 39,994
$54,509
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