Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78204
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78204 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 11,944 and household incomes near the national median ($54,667).
Area Profile
11,944
Population
$54,667
Median Income
-27% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,530
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,516
Median Gross Rent
$140 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
- Walkable
vs. National Average
Median Income
-27% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78225
1.8 mi
Pop: 13,188
$46,829
Walk: 13.5
78205
1.9 mi
Pop: 1,653
$34,631
Walk: 14.1
78207
1.9 mi
Pop: 54,128
$30,655
Walk: 15.1
78210
2.9 mi
Pop: 34,740
$51,990
Walk: 13.9
78215
3.0 mi
Pop: 3,258
$82,128
Walk: 16.2
78203
3.2 mi
Pop: 4,845
$34,815
Walk: 14.4
78202
3.5 mi
Pop: 9,952
$43,708
Walk: 12.4
78208
4.1 mi
Pop: 3,877
$23,194
Walk: 14.5
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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