Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78132
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78132 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 40,383 and household incomes well above the national median ($126,934). There are 12 solar installers operations in ZIP 78132.
Area Profile
40,383
Population
$126,934
Median Income
+70% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 78132.
12
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.0 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 78132 (12 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,690
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,531
Median Gross Rent
$570 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$660 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+70% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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12.6 mi
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78108
13.1 mi
Pop: 48,458
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Walk: 5.3
78623
13.7 mi
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78124
14.2 mi
Pop: 6,907
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Walk: 5.4
78123
14.9 mi
Pop: 2,271
$95,700
78261
15.3 mi
Pop: 27,060
$140,120
Walk: 6.5
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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