Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78419
Opportunity Score
44
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78419 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 693 and household incomes above the national median ($87,000).
Area Profile
693
Population
$87,000
Median Income
+17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 16.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 12.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,090
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,851
Median Gross Rent
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
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
vs. National Average
Median Income
+17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78412
5.3 mi
Pop: 39,728
$60,509
Walk: 13.0
78414
7.5 mi
Pop: 51,435
$96,788
Walk: 8.8
78411
8.3 mi
Pop: 24,061
$60,387
Walk: 14.0
78413
9.5 mi
Pop: 35,103
$71,624
Walk: 12.1
78404
10.2 mi
Pop: 13,607
$60,264
Walk: 15.1
78373
11.0 mi
Pop: 3,314
$90,000
78401
11.3 mi
Pop: 4,668
$37,796
78362
11.9 mi
Pop: 10,929
$78,698
Walk: 5.7
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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