Solar Installers Market: ZIP 79423
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79423 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 44,357 and household incomes above the national median ($82,906). There are 21 solar installers operations in ZIP 79423.
Area Profile
44,357
Population
$82,906
Median Income
+11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 24.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 79423.
21
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
4.7 per 10K residents
10
Roofing Contractors
2.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 67.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 79423 (21 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,284
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$770 K deposits
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
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 21
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
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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