Solar Installers Market: ZIP 94518
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94518 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 27,743 and household incomes well above the national median ($111,406). There are 9 solar installers operations in ZIP 94518.
Area Profile
27,743
Population
$111,406
Median Income
+49% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 32.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 94518.
9
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 69.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 94518 (9 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,670
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,290
Median Gross Rent
$830 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$510 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 9
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+49% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
94598
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94519
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94520
3.1 mi
Pop: 36,767
$79,790
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94521
3.6 mi
Pop: 41,118
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Walk: 12.9
94523
3.7 mi
Pop: 34,789
$142,622
Walk: 14.5
94597
4.1 mi
Pop: 24,235
$142,685
Walk: 13.8
94596
4.4 mi
Pop: 23,592
$137,660
Walk: 11.8
94595
6.3 mi
Pop: 17,051
$98,108
Walk: 8.4
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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