What are the best areas for solar in Michigan?

The top-rated areas for solar in Michigan are ZIP 48374 (score: 100/100), ZIP 48360 (score: 100/100), ZIP 48825 (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 Michigan compare to other states for solar?

Michigan averages 99/100 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 Michigan

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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 $148,354 in household income. ZIP 48374 leads at 100, $185,203 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 48374 Pop. 18 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$185,203
#2	ZIP 48360 Pop. 12 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$135,701
#3	ZIP 48825 Pop. 11 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#4	ZIP 48331 Pop. 22 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$121,101
#5	ZIP 48138 Pop. 11 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$124,934
#6	ZIP 48323 Pop. 17 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$139,418
#7	ZIP 48025 Pop. 15 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$177,126
#8	ZIP 48168 Pop. 25 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$173,671
#9	ZIP 48306 Pop. 28 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$165,545
#10	ZIP 48109 Pop. 5.7 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	—
#11	ZIP 48304 Pop. 17 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$140,700
#12	ZIP 48302 Pop. 17 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$175,698
#13	ZIP 48009 Pop. 22 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$152,443
#14	ZIP 48301 Pop. 15 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$163,571
#15	ZIP 48070 Pop. 6.3 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$188,229
#16	ZIP 48098 Pop. 21 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$165,781
#17	ZIP 48230 Pop. 17 Thousand	100 Excellent	—	$131,155
#18	ZIP 48864 Pop. 24 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$113,145
#19	ZIP 48164 Pop. 9.6 Thousand	96 Excellent	—	$111,173
#20	ZIP 49071 Pop. 12 Thousand	92 Excellent	—	$105,779

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 Michigan, not locked in one metro. The top ZIPs average $148,354 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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