Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98037
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98037 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 30,574 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,357). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 98037.
Area Profile
30,574
Population
$104,357
Median Income
+40% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98037.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.3 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 53.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 98037 (7 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,490
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,864
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$930 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+40% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98087
1.9 mi
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$106,541
Walk: 13.2
98036
2.0 mi
Pop: 42,016
$89,566
Walk: 10.2
98043
3.3 mi
Pop: 21,417
$101,408
Walk: 14.2
98026
3.4 mi
Pop: 38,985
$124,462
Walk: 12.9
98204
4.8 mi
Pop: 43,961
$66,592
Walk: 13.7
98275
5.2 mi
Pop: 21,312
$122,612
Walk: 11.5
98155
5.9 mi
Pop: 35,906
$131,911
Walk: 12.7
98012
5.9 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