Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78569
Opportunity Score
49
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78569 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,079 and household incomes near the national median ($57,000).
Area Profile
4,079
Population
$57,000
Median Income
-24% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
3.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 12.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$682
Median Gross Rent
$100 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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-24% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78594
4.7 mi
Pop: 1,303
$24,388
Walk: 3.8
78580
8.4 mi
Pop: 13,568
$45,074
Walk: 7.0
78593
8.9 mi
Pop: 5,030
$40,194
Walk: 4.8
78535
9.0 mi
Pop: 435
$30,144
78550
10.3 mi
Pop: 54,169
$51,524
Walk: 8.7
78590
11.5 mi
Pop: 449
$77,750
78562
11.9 mi
Pop: 3,146
$51,583
78552
12.8 mi
Pop: 41,277
$67,183
Walk: 5.4
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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