Solar Panel Costs Near Oakland, CA (94605)
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 94605 is an urban area. with a population of 44,168 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,043). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 94605.
Area Profile
44,168
Population
$101,043
Median Income
+35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 94605.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 94605 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,867
Median Gross Rent
$840 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$38 K deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+35% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits