Solar Installers Market: ZIP 94553
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94553 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 48,600 and household incomes well above the national median ($121,023). There are 33 solar installers operations in ZIP 94553.
Area Profile
48,600
Population
$121,023
Median Income
+62% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 42.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 94553.
33
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
6.8 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 84.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 94553 (33 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,430
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,247
Median Gross Rent
$780 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$700 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 33
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+62% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
94569
5.1 mi
Pop: 194
Walk: 10.7
94549
5.9 mi
Pop: 28,247
$231,195
Walk: 11.5
94523
5.9 mi
Pop: 34,789
$142,622
Walk: 14.5
94572
6.1 mi
Pop: 8,712
$89,074
Walk: 13.1
94525
6.9 mi
Pop: 3,665
$101,850
94547
7.2 mi
Pop: 26,245
$130,583
Walk: 14.2
94597
7.2 mi
Pop: 24,235
$142,685
Walk: 13.8
94563
7.9 mi
Pop: 19,409
$250,001
Walk: 9.0
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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