Solar Installers Market: ZIP 92026
Opportunity Score
85
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 92026 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 53,041 and household incomes above the national median ($97,301). There are 26 solar installers operations in ZIP 92026.
Area Profile
53,041
Population
$97,301
Median Income
+30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.7/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 24.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 92026.
26
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
4.9 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 76.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 92026 (26 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,680
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,066
Median Gross Rent
$660 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$280 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 26
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+30% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
92069
3.3 mi
Pop: 46,825
$93,065
Walk: 10.4
92084
5.3 mi
Pop: 49,533
$97,410
Walk: 11.5
92096
6.1 mi
Pop: 0
92003
7.2 mi
Pop: 4,978
$110,577
92078
7.5 mi
Pop: 53,542
$114,905
Walk: 12.4
92083
8.6 mi
Pop: 37,957
$82,614
Walk: 12.2
92081
8.6 mi
Pop: 29,596
$102,663
Walk: 11.1
92029
8.7 mi
Pop: 20,296
$120,038
Walk: 10.5
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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