Solar Installers Market: ZIP 85086
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85086 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 43,369 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,543). There are 17 solar installers operations in ZIP 85086.
Area Profile
43,369
Population
$118,543
Median Income
+59% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 85086.
17
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.9 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 81.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 85086 (17 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,770
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,177
Median Gross Rent
$550 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$830 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 17
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+59% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
85085
5.6 mi
Pop: 30,132
$122,138
Walk: 6.2
85083
6.1 mi
Pop: 21,225
$157,437
Walk: 6.6
85087
7.2 mi
Pop: 9,835
$120,688
Walk: 5.1
85310
8.6 mi
Pop: 19,612
$117,095
Walk: 8.7
85027
10.2 mi
Pop: 38,986
$73,255
Walk: 12.0
85024
10.9 mi
Pop: 25,674
$97,759
Walk: 10.7
85308
11.8 mi
Pop: 65,159
$95,512
Walk: 12.2
85383
12.2 mi
Pop: 72,101
$138,671
Walk: 7.3
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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