Solar Installers Market: ZIP 79118
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79118 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 27,412 and household incomes above the national median ($87,011). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 79118.
Area Profile
27,412
Population
$87,011
Median Income
+17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 79118.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.9 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
2.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 79118 (8 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,400
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,328
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$72 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
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79104
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79111
8.2 mi
Pop: 1,537
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79107
9.4 mi
Pop: 36,425
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79110
9.5 mi
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79101
9.7 mi
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79102
10.0 mi
Pop: 8,822
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Walk: 16.1
79109
10.9 mi
Pop: 42,410
$68,579
Walk: 12.7
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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