Solar Installers Market: ZIP 97203
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97203 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 33,159 and household incomes above the national median ($77,619). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 97203.
Area Profile
33,159
Population
$77,619
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 34.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 97203.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.5 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 97203 (5 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,551
Median Gross Rent
$470 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$120 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+6.0 pts vs. national avg
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97227
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97209
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Walk: 14.5
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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