Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98108
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98108 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 24,430 and household incomes above the national median ($90,806). There are 11 solar installers operations in ZIP 98108.
Area Profile
24,430
Population
$90,806
Median Income
+22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 25.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98108.
11
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.5 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 98108 (11 vs. 3 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
$1,463
Median Gross Rent
$690 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$350 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 11
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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Walk: 14.1
98106
3.1 mi
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98168
3.2 mi
Pop: 34,814
$84,937
Walk: 13.0
98144
3.6 mi
Pop: 33,048
$94,051
Walk: 16.1
98134
3.9 mi
Pop: 779
$66,119
Walk: 13.9
98146
4.5 mi
Pop: 28,182
$108,460
Walk: 12.6
98126
4.8 mi
Pop: 22,433
$114,030
Walk: 14.7
98178
4.9 mi
Pop: 25,929
$93,786
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