Solar Panel Costs Near Tempe, AZ (85281)
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85281 is an urban area. with a population of 70,726 and household incomes near the national median ($59,084). There are 31 solar installers operations in ZIP 85281.
Area Profile
70,726
Population
$59,084
Median Income
-21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 25.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 25.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 85281.
31
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
4.4 per 10K residents
9
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 77.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 85281 (31 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,531
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$740 K deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 31
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-21% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits