Solar Installers Market: ZIP 85147
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85147 is an urban area. with a population of 4,701 and household incomes near the national median ($53,159).
Area Profile
4,701
Population
$53,159
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 28.6 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 3.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$249
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Arizona
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-29% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
85142
7.7 mi
Pop: 87,201
$125,236
Walk: 7.6
85298
9.8 mi
Pop: 43,536
$146,688
85249
10.3 mi
Pop: 48,018
$150,985
Walk: 7.8
85122
12.6 mi
Pop: 58,328
$64,243
Walk: 8.3
85297
12.6 mi
Pop: 35,535
$132,684
Walk: 9.5
85248
12.7 mi
Pop: 37,461
$94,220
Walk: 7.3
85121
13.4 mi
Pop: 2,210
$35,958
85286
14.2 mi
Pop: 49,870
$118,759
Walk: 9.6
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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