Solar Installers Market: ZIP 85205
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85205 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 44,704 and household incomes near the national median ($71,294). There are 17 solar installers operations in ZIP 85205.
Area Profile
44,704
Population
$71,294
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 49.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 22.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 85205.
17
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.8 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 85205 (17 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,770
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,363
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$380 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 17
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
85206
2.5 mi
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$69,986
Walk: 12.9
85213
3.8 mi
Pop: 37,323
$100,671
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85234
5.0 mi
Pop: 49,040
$118,012
Walk: 12.2
85207
5.5 mi
Pop: 50,135
$99,439
Walk: 8.1
85204
5.7 mi
Pop: 65,018
$69,474
Walk: 13.4
85208
6.0 mi
Pop: 37,840
$68,452
Walk: 9.4
85203
6.3 mi
Pop: 37,435
$72,851
Walk: 13.2
85209
6.6 mi
Pop: 42,171
$80,498
Walk: 9.8
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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