Solar Panel Costs Near New Braunfels, TX (78130)
Opportunity Score
81
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78130 is an urban area. with a population of 95,787 and household incomes above the national median ($84,426). There are 39 solar installers operations in ZIP 78130.
Area Profile
95,787
Population
$84,426
Median Income
+13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 78130.
39
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
4.1 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 83.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 78130 (39 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,525
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
16
Bank Branches
$1.8 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 39
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 16
vs. National Average
Median Income
+13% vs. $74,580
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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