Solar Installers Market: ZIP 94526
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94526 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 33,085 and household incomes well above the national median ($216,974). There are 12 solar installers operations in ZIP 94526.
Area Profile
33,085
Population
$216,974
Median Income
+191% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 47.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 94526.
12
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.6 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 70.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 94526 (12 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
$3,501
Median Gross Rent
$1.6 M
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$2.8 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+191% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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94583
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94507
3.1 mi
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$250,001
94506
5.7 mi
Pop: 27,261
$250,001
Walk: 7.5
94582
5.9 mi
Pop: 47,182
$211,159
Walk: 9.9
94596
6.3 mi
Pop: 23,592
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Walk: 11.8
94595
7.0 mi
Pop: 17,051
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Walk: 8.4
94598
7.4 mi
Pop: 26,293
$188,170
Walk: 10.8
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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