Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98053
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98053 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 22,838 and household incomes well above the national median ($179,912). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 98053.
Area Profile
22,838
Population
$179,912
Median Income
+141% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 51.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98053.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
2.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 98053 (5 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,580
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,737
Median Gross Rent
$1.2 M
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$220 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+141% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.2 pts vs. national avg
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98075
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98077
6.6 mi
Pop: 14,407
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98052
7.3 mi
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98019
7.3 mi
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98029
7.7 mi
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98008
7.9 mi
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Walk: 13.5
98007
9.7 mi
Pop: 26,838
$126,814
Walk: 14.2
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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