Solar Installers Market: ZIP 79901
Opportunity Score
50
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79901 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 8,321 and household incomes below the national median ($13,984). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 79901.
Area Profile
8,321
Population
$13,984
Median Income
-81% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
17.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 46.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 5.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 79901.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
4.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
3.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 79901 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$517
Median Gross Rent
$93 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$3.4 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-81% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+6.5 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