Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77545
Opportunity Score
48
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77545 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 25,863 and household incomes above the national median ($91,101). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 77545.
Area Profile
25,863
Population
$91,101
Median Income
+22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
2.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 77545.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.2 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,102
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
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
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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77489
5.3 mi
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77085
5.8 mi
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Walk: 9.1
77047
7.8 mi
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77481
8.1 mi
Pop: 128
77045
8.1 mi
Pop: 32,482
$61,166
Walk: 12.2
77035
8.2 mi
Pop: 34,849
$57,691
Walk: 12.9
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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