Solar Installers Market: ZIP 85255
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85255 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 45,136 and household incomes well above the national median ($143,567). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 85255.
Area Profile
45,136
Population
$143,567
Median Income
+93% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 51.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 52.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 85255.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 72.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 85255 (8 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,401
Median Gross Rent
$980 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$2.6 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
+93% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
85259
4.7 mi
Pop: 22,156
$145,574
Walk: 9.4
85260
6.2 mi
Pop: 39,842
$103,854
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85268
7.3 mi
Pop: 23,895
$105,288
Walk: 6.3
85054
8.5 mi
Pop: 10,159
$89,099
85258
9.0 mi
Pop: 25,524
$105,171
Walk: 12.7
85266
9.3 mi
Pop: 12,510
$157,137
Walk: 7.5
85254
9.5 mi
Pop: 46,655
$120,885
Walk: 12.7
85250
10.8 mi
Pop: 14,904
$89,133
Walk: 13.8
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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