Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98036
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98036 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 42,016 and household incomes above the national median ($89,566). There are 13 solar installers operations in ZIP 98036.
Area Profile
42,016
Population
$89,566
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 28.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98036.
13
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.1 per 10K residents
11
Roofing Contractors
2.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 54.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 98036 (13 vs. 11 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
$1,686
Median Gross Rent
$690 K
Median Home Value
16
Bank Branches
$2.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 13
- Related Businesses
- 11
- Bank Branches
- 16
vs. National Average
Median Income
+20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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98037
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98087
3.6 mi
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98155
4.1 mi
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98026
4.2 mi
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98028
4.7 mi
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98021
5.1 mi
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Walk: 7.9
98012
6.0 mi
Pop: 76,123
$141,653
Walk: 11.5
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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