Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98026
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98026 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 38,985 and household incomes well above the national median ($124,462). There are 14 solar installers operations in ZIP 98026.
Area Profile
38,985
Population
$124,462
Median Income
+67% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 42.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98026.
14
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.6 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
2.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 63.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 98026 (14 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,894
Median Gross Rent
$760 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$310 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+67% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98037
3.4 mi
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$104,357
Walk: 12.1
98043
3.7 mi
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$101,408
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98020
3.8 mi
Pop: 19,064
$122,243
Walk: 6.8
98036
4.2 mi
Pop: 42,016
$89,566
Walk: 10.2
98087
4.9 mi
Pop: 40,607
$106,541
Walk: 13.2
98275
5.3 mi
Pop: 21,312
$122,612
Walk: 11.5
98155
6.2 mi
Pop: 35,906
$131,911
Walk: 12.7
98133
6.7 mi
Pop: 52,620
$92,371
Walk: 16.9
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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