Solar Installers Market: ZIP 90242
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 90242 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 40,983 and household incomes above the national median ($83,238). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 90242.
Area Profile
40,983
Population
$83,238
Median Income
+12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 90242.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.7 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 63.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 90242 (7 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,490
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,874
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$500 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+12% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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1.5 mi
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90723
2.4 mi
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$70,912
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90706
2.5 mi
Pop: 77,396
$77,602
Walk: 13.7
90240
2.8 mi
Pop: 25,326
$108,860
Walk: 13.3
90280
3.9 mi
Pop: 91,719
$71,379
Walk: 13.9
90201
4.0 mi
Pop: 93,783
$56,824
Walk: 13.5
90650
4.1 mi
Pop: 100,808
$98,709
Walk: 13.8
90262
4.2 mi
Pop: 64,918
$70,507
Walk: 13.7
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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