Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78209
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78209 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 43,363 and household incomes above the national median ($84,180). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 78209.
Area Profile
43,363
Population
$84,180
Median Income
+13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.7/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 42.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 78209.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 78209 (5 vs. 4 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
$1,371
Median Gross Rent
$500 K
Median Home Value
28
Bank Branches
$5.2 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 28
vs. National Average
Median Income
+13% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.2 pts vs. national avg
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78215
3.7 mi
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78218
4.1 mi
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78216
4.2 mi
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78202
4.2 mi
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78217
4.3 mi
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Walk: 11.0
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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