Solar Installers Market: ZIP 94501
Opportunity Score
94
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94501 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 63,517 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,500). There are 25 solar installers operations in ZIP 94501.
Area Profile
63,517
Population
$119,500
Median Income
+60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 40.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 42.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 94501.
25
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
3.9 per 10K residents
7
Roofing Contractors
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 94501 (25 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,720
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,362
Median Gross Rent
$1.2 M
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$3.1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 25
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+60% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.9 pts vs. national avg
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94502
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94601
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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