Solar Installers Market: ZIP 97022
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97022 is an urban area. with a population of 3,172 and household incomes above the national median ($76,649).
Area Profile
3,172
Population
$76,649
Median Income
+3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 50.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,940
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,597
Median Gross Rent
$590 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Oregon
- The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single biggest factor in your customers' buying decisions. Know the current rate and expiration timeline cold.
- Become a certified installer for at least two major panel manufacturers. Certification unlocks better wholesale pricing and warranty terms.
- Permitting and interconnection timelines vary wildly by utility. In some territories it takes 2 weeks. In others, 6 months. Map this before you set customer expectations.
- Roof condition kills more solar deals than price objections. Partner with a roofer or learn to assess roof life remaining.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+3% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
97009
5.3 mi
Pop: 7,877
$109,286
97089
10.1 mi
Pop: 14,906
$114,516
Walk: 6.8
97080
10.3 mi
Pop: 47,548
$96,218
Walk: 11.4
97004
10.9 mi
Pop: 4,105
$114,167
97055
11.2 mi
Pop: 20,131
$105,696
Walk: 8.8
97017
12.4 mi
Pop: 3,449
$91,295
97023
12.8 mi
Pop: 11,608
$74,701
Walk: 6.6
97019
12.9 mi
Pop: 3,332
$107,604
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits