Torrance, CA 90501 solar market data
Updated April 16, 2026 By The SolarDNA Data Team
Torrance 90501 has 670 solar installations at a median installed cost of $4.30/W, recent growth not yet measurable, and a Market Score of 42 — higher than 46% of U.S. zip markets.
Versus California
How 90501 compares with the state
Installed cost
$0.04/W above
state median $4.26/W
Market score
42 vs 53
California scores 53
Share of state installs
0.03%
of 2.3M tracked statewide
Battery attach
20.8%
state 12.7%
Statewide momentum
▲ 1.1%
residential solar added in California, 12 months through Jul 2026
Statewide market
2.3M systems
30.9% of homes · utility-reported through Jul 2026
Growth & pricing
90501 by year
49 installs in the trailing twelve months vs 42 before
Installations by year
Median installed cost, $/W DC by year
Installer comp set
Who installs in 90501
Ranked by systems recorded in this zip
| # | Installer | Installs | 12-mo | Avg kW | $/W |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUNRUN | 91 | 7 | 5.79 | $4.17 |
| 2 | TESLA | 88 | 5 | 36.7 | $4.91 |
| 3 | SUNGEVITY | 23 | 0 | 7.95 | $3.81 |
| 4 | VERENGO | 23 | 0 | 5.4 | $4.37 |
| 5 | PETERSENDEAN | 20 | 0 | 4.93 | $4.08 |
| 6 | SEMPER SOLARIS | 13 | 1 | 8.08 | $4.76 |
| 7 | AMECO SOLAR | 11 | 2 | 6.32 | $4.34 |
| 8 | FREEDOM FOREVER | 10 | 0 | 7.3 | $4.36 |
| 9 | NRG CLEAN ENERGY | 10 | 0 | 6.17 | $3.96 |
| 10 | SUNPOWER | 10 | 0 | 5.57 | $4.41 |
| 11 | BRIGHT OPS | 8 | 4 | 5.18 | $4.88 |
| 12 | ORANGE COUNTY CONTRACTING SERVICES | 8 | 3 | 6.95 | $3.15 |
Neighboring zips
The nearest zip markets
By distance between zip centroids
| Zip | Distance | Installs | $/W | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 90502 Torrance | 1.8 km | 392 | $4.25 | 53 |
| 90710 Harbor City | 3.5 km | 282 | $4.85 | 37 |
| 90717 Lomita | 3.7 km | 385 | $4.50 | 39 |
| 90505 Torrance | 4.0 km | 1,142 | $4.24 | 49 |
| 90745 Carson | 4.0 km | 1,292 | $4.71 | 50 |
| 90503 Torrance | 4.2 km | 1,007 | $4.24 | 44 |
Same city
Other zips in Torrance
Equipment
What gets installed in 90501
Share of systems with a recorded brand
Modules
QCELLS NORTH AMERICA16.9%
CSI SOLAR7.8%
REC GROUP7.1%
SUNPOWER6.4%
LONGI GREEN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY5.6%
Inverters
ENPHASE ENERGY33.1%
SOLAREDGE32.2%
SMA AMERICA6.6%
ABB5.2%
SUNPOWER4.7%
Frequently asked
Quick answers about 90501
How many solar installations are there in 90501?
SolarDNA counts 670 active solar installations in Torrance 90501, 622 of them residential, with data through April 16, 2026.
How much does solar cost in 90501?
The median residential system in 90501 cost $4.30 per watt over the trailing twelve months, $0.04/W above the California median.
Is solar growing in 90501?
Recent growth cannot be measured yet for 90501: too few recent installs (data runs through April 16, 2026).
Who installs solar in 90501?
SUNRUN, TESLA, SUNGEVITY lead the 202 installers with systems in 90501. The full comp set is above.
Is 90501 a good market for solar sales?
90501 scores 42 out of 100 (Good, higher than 46% of U.S. zip markets).