Solar Installers Market: ZIP 79106
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79106 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 27,900 and household incomes near the national median ($54,407). There are 13 solar installers operations in ZIP 79106.
Area Profile
27,900
Population
$54,407
Median Income
-27% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 79106.
13
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.7 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
2.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 68.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 79106 (13 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$995
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$780 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 13
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-27% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
79109
2.6 mi
Pop: 42,410
$68,579
Walk: 12.7
79102
2.9 mi
Pop: 8,822
$48,551
Walk: 16.1
79121
3.3 mi
Pop: 5,879
$66,438
Walk: 12.6
79101
3.6 mi
Pop: 2,458
$40,313
79110
3.9 mi
Pop: 18,514
$65,896
Walk: 12.2
79103
6.5 mi
Pop: 11,591
$55,885
Walk: 12.5
79104
7.0 mi
Pop: 7,236
$47,768
Walk: 15.8
79107
7.0 mi
Pop: 36,425
$39,474
Walk: 12.1
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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