Solar Installers Market: ZIP 84601
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 84601 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 32,871 and household incomes near the national median ($64,758). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 84601.
Area Profile
32,871
Population
$64,758
Median Income
-13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 25.7 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 17.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 84601.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 37.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 84601 (3 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,210
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,173
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$2.1 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Utah
- 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
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-13% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
84058
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84602
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84606
4.9 mi
Pop: 35,931
$52,110
Walk: 12.9
84097
5.6 mi
Pop: 22,024
$97,034
Walk: 14.3
84057
6.1 mi
Pop: 37,620
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Walk: 14.8
84059
6.4 mi
Pop: 16,419
$101,842
84042
8.1 mi
Pop: 11,570
$104,840
Walk: 6.3
84604
10.3 mi
Pop: 43,749
$74,522
Walk: 12.8
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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