Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78634
Opportunity Score
74
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78634 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 43,466 and household incomes well above the national median ($111,227). There are 22 solar installers operations in ZIP 78634.
Area Profile
43,466
Population
$111,227
Median Income
+49% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 78634.
22
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
5.1 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 78634 (22 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,320
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,024
Median Gross Rent
$330 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$250 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 22
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+49% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-7.3 pts vs. national avg
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78626
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78674
8.5 mi
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78660
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76574
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78681
12.0 mi
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78728
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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