Solar Installers Market: ZIP 77651
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77651 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,627 and household incomes above the national median ($84,335).
Area Profile
13,627
Population
$84,335
Median Income
+13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,190
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,116
Median Gross Rent
$230 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
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+13% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
77619
3.2 mi
Pop: 17,021
$70,485
Walk: 7.1
77627
4.1 mi
Pop: 21,951
$75,778
Walk: 9.0
77642
4.2 mi
Pop: 38,051
$41,677
Walk: 7.5
77640
6.9 mi
Pop: 17,480
$50,832
Walk: 8.1
77630
8.0 mi
Pop: 29,744
$63,588
Walk: 6.7
77611
8.6 mi
Pop: 9,550
$102,791
77701
12.6 mi
Pop: 12,328
$48,711
Walk: 9.2
77702
14.4 mi
Pop: 3,497
$67,344
Walk: 9.4
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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