Solar Panel Costs Near San Antonio, TX (78217)
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78217 is an urban area. with a population of 33,959 and household incomes near the national median ($56,852). There are 27 solar installers operations in ZIP 78217.
Area Profile
33,959
Population
$56,852
Median Income
-24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 78217.
27
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
8.0 per 10K residents
14
Roofing Contractors
4.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 65.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 78217 (27 vs. 14 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,186
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.5 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 27
- Related Businesses
- 14
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-24% 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