Solar Installers Market: ZIP 94044
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94044 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 37,540 and household incomes well above the national median ($156,658). There are 12 solar installers operations in ZIP 94044.
Area Profile
37,540
Population
$156,658
Median Income
+110% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 94044.
12
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.2 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 70.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 94044 (12 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,310
2BR Fair Market Rent
$3,075
Median Gross Rent
$1.2 M
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$690 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+110% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.6 pts vs. national avg
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94038
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Walk: 7.1
94030
5.1 mi
Pop: 22,589
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94015
5.2 mi
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94080
5.3 mi
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94014
6.1 mi
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Walk: 13.1
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6.5 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 8.9
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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