Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78254
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78254 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 78,865 and household incomes well above the national median ($115,823). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 78254.
Area Profile
78,865
Population
$115,823
Median Income
+55% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 78254.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.0 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 78254 (8 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,670
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$5.4 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+55% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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78251
5.9 mi
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78023
6.6 mi
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78249
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78240
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78238
8.6 mi
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Walk: 13.0
78255
9.2 mi
Pop: 18,107
$151,673
Walk: 6.9
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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