What are the best areas for solar in Massachusetts?

The top-rated areas for solar in Massachusetts are ZIP 01834 (score: 100/100), ZIP 02461 (score: 100/100), ZIP 02067 (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 Massachusetts compare to other states for solar?

Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts

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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 $182,471 in household income. ZIP 01834 leads at 100, $135,521 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 01834 Pop. 6.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$135,521
#2	ZIP 02461 Pop. 6.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$207,292
#3	ZIP 02067 Pop. 18 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$183,724
#4	ZIP 01106 Pop. 16 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$143,961
#5	ZIP 02466 Pop. 8.6 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$170,852
#6	ZIP 02129 Pop. 20 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$157,192
#7	ZIP 01519 Pop. 7.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$153,750
#8	ZIP 02467 Pop. 22 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$173,854
#9	ZIP 02468 Pop. 5.9 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$250,001
#10	ZIP 02717 Pop. 4.8 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$143,281
#11	ZIP 02210 Pop. 6.6 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$178,833
#12	ZIP 01742 Pop. 18 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$211,435
#13	ZIP 01741 Pop. 5.2 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$250,001
#14	ZIP 02116 Pop. 22 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$127,309
#15	ZIP 02114 Pop. 14 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$135,057
#16	ZIP 02481 Pop. 17 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$250,001
#17	ZIP 01719 Pop. 5.5 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$151,000
#18	ZIP 02482 Pop. 11 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$240,069
#19	ZIP 01863 Pop. 9.6 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$136,284
#20	ZIP 02030 Pop. 5.9 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$250,001

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 Massachusetts, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $182,471 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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