Solar Installers Market: ZIP 97236
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97236 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 37,864 and household incomes near the national median ($68,582). There are 10 solar installers operations in ZIP 97236.
Area Profile
37,864
Population
$68,582
Median Income
-8% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 97236.
10
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.6 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
2.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 97236 (10 vs. 8 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
$1,436
Median Gross Rent
$410 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$100 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 10
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-8% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
97233
2.3 mi
Pop: 37,518
$54,886
Walk: 14.3
97086
2.8 mi
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$102,591
Walk: 11.4
97266
3.1 mi
Pop: 35,992
$71,791
Walk: 15.6
97216
3.8 mi
Pop: 16,735
$71,951
Walk: 16.1
97015
4.8 mi
Pop: 24,166
$82,865
Walk: 14.0
97230
5.2 mi
Pop: 41,682
$70,582
Walk: 14.3
97220
5.7 mi
Pop: 27,810
$68,976
Walk: 15.5
97030
5.8 mi
Pop: 38,471
$61,793
Walk: 15.3
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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