Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78402
Opportunity Score
16
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78402 is an urban area. with a population of 392 and household incomes near the national median ($53,102).
Area Profile
392
Population
$53,102
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 38.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,500
2BR Fair Market Rent
$200 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-29% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
78407
3.1 mi
Pop: 1,937
$53,909
78408
3.6 mi
Pop: 9,631
$43,096
Walk: 16.5
78401
4.7 mi
Pop: 4,668
$37,796
78409
5.1 mi
Pop: 2,504
$62,813
Walk: 8.9
78405
5.4 mi
Pop: 14,442
$37,188
Walk: 15.2
78404
6.4 mi
Pop: 13,607
$60,264
Walk: 15.1
78416
7.1 mi
Pop: 13,116
$44,726
Walk: 13.9
78406
7.6 mi
Pop: 1,934
$51,646
Walk: 2.7
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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