Solar Installers Market: ZIP 94545
Opportunity Score
86
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94545 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 33,186 and household incomes well above the national median ($115,258). There are 21 solar installers operations in ZIP 94545.
Area Profile
33,186
Population
$115,258
Median Income
+55% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 41.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 25.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 94545.
21
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
6.3 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 80.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 94545 (21 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,426
Median Gross Rent
$840 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.8 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 21
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+55% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
94580
3.4 mi
Pop: 28,866
$110,106
Walk: 13.3
94541
3.9 mi
Pop: 67,785
$106,556
Walk: 13.9
94587
4.4 mi
Pop: 68,141
$137,194
Walk: 13.3
94579
4.5 mi
Pop: 19,955
$94,193
Walk: 13.4
94544
4.7 mi
Pop: 76,739
$108,358
Walk: 13.4
94578
5.3 mi
Pop: 41,567
$89,149
Walk: 13.4
94555
5.9 mi
Pop: 37,500
$213,488
Walk: 13.3
94577
6.8 mi
Pop: 47,533
$110,989
Walk: 13.5
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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