Solar Installers Market: ZIP 92078
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 92078 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 53,542 and household incomes well above the national median ($114,905). There are 15 solar installers operations in ZIP 92078.
Area Profile
53,542
Population
$114,905
Median Income
+54% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 31.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 92078.
15
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.8 per 10K residents
9
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 92078 (15 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,468
Median Gross Rent
$870 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$2.3 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 15
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+54% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
92096
1.9 mi
Pop: 0
92069
4.3 mi
Pop: 46,825
$93,065
Walk: 10.4
92029
4.5 mi
Pop: 20,296
$120,038
Walk: 10.5
92091
4.5 mi
Pop: 1,215
$86,705
Walk: 7.4
92009
4.7 mi
Pop: 45,778
$162,128
Walk: 11.2
92081
5.3 mi
Pop: 29,596
$102,663
Walk: 11.1
92067
6.7 mi
Pop: 8,245
$238,397
92024
6.7 mi
Pop: 50,030
$149,080
Walk: 12.8
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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