Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98296
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98296 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 27,201 and household incomes well above the national median ($172,468). There are 18 solar installers operations in ZIP 98296.
Area Profile
27,201
Population
$172,468
Median Income
+131% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 33.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98296.
18
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
6.6 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
2.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 75.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98296 (18 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,325
Median Gross Rent
$870 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$170 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+131% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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5.9 mi
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98077
6.7 mi
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98012
6.8 mi
Pop: 76,123
$141,653
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98208
7.2 mi
Pop: 60,616
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Walk: 11.9
98021
8.1 mi
Pop: 35,445
$172,559
Walk: 7.9
98011
8.9 mi
Pop: 28,250
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Walk: 12.4
98052
11.0 mi
Pop: 79,074
$164,848
Walk: 12.5
98204
11.5 mi
Pop: 43,961
$66,592
Walk: 13.7
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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