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Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77485

Opportunity Score
44 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 77485 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 3,865 and household incomes below the national median ($45,667).

Area Profile

3,865
Population
$45,667
Median Income
-39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.5% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$940
2BR Fair Market Rent
$896
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$190 K 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
Bank Branches
2

vs. National Average

Median Income
-39% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.3 pts vs. national avg

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Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits