Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78216
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78216 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 42,044 and household incomes near the national median ($55,488). There are 30 solar installers operations in ZIP 78216.
Area Profile
42,044
Population
$55,488
Median Income
-26% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 24.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 78216.
30
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
7.1 per 10K residents
11
Roofing Contractors
2.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 73.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 78216 (30 vs. 11 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,211
Median Gross Rent
$280 K
Median Home Value
21
Bank Branches
$3.3 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 30
- Related Businesses
- 11
- Bank Branches
- 21
vs. National Average
Median Income
-26% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.9 pts vs. national avg
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78231
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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