Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98125
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98125 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 43,807 and household incomes above the national median ($96,725). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 98125.
Area Profile
43,807
Population
$96,725
Median Income
+30% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 47.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98125.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.1 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 98125 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,670
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,856
Median Gross Rent
$840 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+30% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.8 pts vs. national avg
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98103
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98105
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98028
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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