What are the best areas for solar in Connecticut?

The top-rated areas for solar in Connecticut are ZIP 06073 (score: 100/100), ZIP 06092 (score: 100/100), ZIP 06117 (score: 100/100). Rankings are based on walkability, median household income, population density, and existing competition.

What makes a good location for solar?

A strong location for solar combines high walkability (foot traffic), solid median income (spending power), sufficient population density, and manageable competition. Our opportunity score weighs all four factors on a 0–100 scale.

How does Connecticut compare to other states for solar?

Connecticut averages 100/100 across 20 scored ZIP codes — rated a excellent market. Scores factor in walkability, income, population, and competition.

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Best Cities for Solar Panel Costs in Connecticut

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Top 20 ZIP codes ranked by opportunity score. Score combines walkability (foot traffic), population density, median income, and solar installers competition.

The top markets here average $160,675 in household income. ZIP 06073 leads at 100, $180,172 median income, zero existing solar installers.

80–100 Excellent 60–79 Good 40–59 Fair <40 Challenging

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#	ZIP Code	Score	Walkability	Median Income
#1	ZIP 06073 Pop. 5.8 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$180,172
#2	ZIP 06092 Pop. 4.2 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$201,574
#3	ZIP 06117 Pop. 16 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$169,162
#4	ZIP 06237 Pop. 5.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$122,500
#5	ZIP 06248 Pop. 5.5 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$136,328
#6	ZIP 06269 Pop. 6.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#7	ZIP 06278 Pop. 4.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$127,969
#8	ZIP 06333 Pop. 7.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$131,628
#9	ZIP 06335 Pop. 6.1 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$126,121
#10	ZIP 06378 Pop. 5.4 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$126,014
#11	ZIP 06419 Pop. 6.2 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$132,739
#12	ZIP 06420 Pop. 4.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$118,839
#13	ZIP 06001 Pop. 19 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$151,033
#14	ZIP 06890 Pop. 4.6 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$214,523
#15	ZIP 06883 Pop. 10 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$250,001
#16	ZIP 06016 Pop. 6.8 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$119,338
#17	ZIP 06878 Pop. 8.4 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$250,001
#18	ZIP 06870 Pop. 7.9 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$227,727
#19	ZIP 06482 Pop. 12 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$144,387
#20	ZIP 06026 Pop. 5.2 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$122,764

Data updated March 2026. Sources: Census Bureau ACS 2023, USDA National Walkability Index 2021, County Business Patterns 2022.

What the Data Shows

Opportunity is spread across Connecticut, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $160,675 in household income. The common thread: solar demand that outpaces supply. These markets have room.

How to Use This Table

Click any ZIP for a full breakdown: demographics, nearby competition, and walkability score. The opportunity score weights income, foot traffic, and competition equally. If your concept skews upscale, sort by Income. If lunch crowds matter more, sort by Walkability.

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