Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98166
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98166 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 22,001 and household incomes well above the national median ($112,191). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 98166.
Area Profile
22,001
Population
$112,191
Median Income
+50% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 43.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98166.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.4 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98166 (3 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
$1,739
Median Gross Rent
$790 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$920 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+50% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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Walk: 12.6
98168
4.5 mi
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Walk: 13.0
98198
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98188
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98106
6.4 mi
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Walk: 12.4
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6.5 mi
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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