Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98032
Opportunity Score
74
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98032 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 40,150 and household incomes above the national median ($77,413). There are 18 solar installers operations in ZIP 98032.
Area Profile
40,150
Population
$77,413
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98032.
18
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.5 per 10K residents
13
Roofing Contractors
3.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 58.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 98032 (18 vs. 13 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,420
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,782
Median Gross Rent
$470 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 13
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.7 pts vs. national avg
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4.0 mi
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98030
4.4 mi
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98031
4.6 mi
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98158
5.3 mi
Pop: 0
98055
5.5 mi
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98001
5.7 mi
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Walk: 8.8
98148
6.0 mi
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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