Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98272
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98272 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 32,055 and household incomes well above the national median ($115,894). There are 11 solar installers operations in ZIP 98272.
Area Profile
32,055
Population
$115,894
Median Income
+55% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98272.
11
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.4 per 10K residents
9
Roofing Contractors
2.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 55.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98272 (11 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,902
Median Gross Rent
$640 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$750 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 11
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+55% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
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98290
9.3 mi
Pop: 39,732
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98014
11.2 mi
Pop: 7,681
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98077
14.1 mi
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$179,625
Walk: 7.1
98296
14.9 mi
Pop: 27,201
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Walk: 7.0
98053
15.8 mi
Pop: 22,838
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Walk: 8.3
98072
18.2 mi
Pop: 24,922
$174,599
Walk: 11.1
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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