Solar Panel Costs Near Colorado Springs, CO (80916)
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80916 is an urban area. with a population of 40,579 and household incomes near the national median ($63,399). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 80916.
Area Profile
40,579
Population
$63,399
Median Income
-15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 29.1 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 10.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 80916.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.0 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 44.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 80916 (4 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,505
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$45 K deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-15% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits