Solar Installers Market: ZIP 94523
Opportunity Score
84
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94523 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 34,789 and household incomes well above the national median ($142,622). There are 16 solar installers operations in ZIP 94523.
Area Profile
34,789
Population
$142,622
Median Income
+91% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 40.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 94523.
16
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.6 per 10K residents
7
Roofing Contractors
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 69.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 94523 (16 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,920
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,479
Median Gross Rent
$1 M
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$2 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 16
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+91% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
94597
2.5 mi
Pop: 24,235
$142,685
Walk: 13.8
94518
3.7 mi
Pop: 27,743
$111,406
Walk: 9.3
94520
3.9 mi
Pop: 36,767
$79,790
Walk: 13.8
94549
4.7 mi
Pop: 28,247
$231,195
Walk: 11.5
94598
4.9 mi
Pop: 26,293
$188,170
Walk: 10.8
94519
5.0 mi
Pop: 19,918
$123,366
Walk: 13.2
94596
5.2 mi
Pop: 23,592
$137,660
Walk: 11.8
94595
5.7 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