Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98003
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98003 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 52,210 and household incomes near the national median ($70,800). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 98003.
Area Profile
52,210
Population
$70,800
Median Income
-5% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98003.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.5 per 10K residents
12
Roofing Contractors
2.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 40.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98003 (8 vs. 12 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,390
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,650
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$2 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 12
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
-5% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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98023
3.4 mi
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98354
3.7 mi
Pop: 8,432
$90,361
Walk: 11.8
98422
5.5 mi
Pop: 22,126
$115,989
Walk: 10.4
98047
5.6 mi
Pop: 6,900
$102,723
Walk: 10.2
98424
5.6 mi
Pop: 11,871
$93,633
Walk: 9.8
98198
5.9 mi
Pop: 39,815
$83,938
Walk: 12.4
98421
6.7 mi
Pop: 249
Walk: 19.3
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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