Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98031
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98031 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 40,898 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,458). There are 9 solar installers operations in ZIP 98031.
Area Profile
40,898
Population
$101,458
Median Income
+36% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 20.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98031.
9
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.2 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 60.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98031 (9 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,400
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,956
Median Gross Rent
$550 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$310 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 9
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+36% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98030
2.7 mi
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Walk: 14.7
98055
2.9 mi
Pop: 24,851
$100,207
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98032
4.6 mi
Pop: 40,150
$77,413
Walk: 14.2
98057
4.9 mi
Pop: 12,151
$68,097
98058
5.1 mi
Pop: 41,980
$111,045
Walk: 9.5
98042
5.9 mi
Pop: 48,594
$125,554
Walk: 9.0
98188
6.2 mi
Pop: 26,769
$76,559
Walk: 13.0
98002
6.9 mi
Pop: 37,284
$77,714
Walk: 13.8
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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