Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77086
Opportunity Score
48
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77086 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 28,623 and household incomes near the national median ($58,184). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 77086.
Area Profile
28,623
Population
$58,184
Median Income
-22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 77086.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.4 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 44.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 77086 (4 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,350
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,199
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$210 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.4 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