Solar Installers Market: ZIP 78642
Opportunity Score
93
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78642 is an urban area. with a population of 24,146 and household incomes well above the national median ($128,086). There are 20 solar installers operations in ZIP 78642.
Area Profile
24,146
Population
$128,086
Median Income
+72% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 36.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 28.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 78642.
20
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
8.3 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 83.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 78642 (20 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,740
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,475
Median Gross Rent
$490 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$250 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 20
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+72% vs. $74,580
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Walk: 7.0
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78633
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76527
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78613
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Walk: 8.3
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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