Solar Installers Market: ZIP 97216
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97216 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 16,735 and household incomes near the national median ($71,951). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 97216.
Area Profile
16,735
Population
$71,951
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 40.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 24.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 97216.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 97216 (3 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,830
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,390
Median Gross Rent
$440 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$710 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.6 pts vs. national avg
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97213
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97206
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97236
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97230
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Walk: 14.3
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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