Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98387
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98387 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 49,940 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,141). There are 11 solar installers operations in ZIP 98387.
Area Profile
49,940
Population
$101,141
Median Income
+36% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98387.
11
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.2 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 64.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 98387 (11 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,210
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,837
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$320 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 11
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+36% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98446
5.0 mi
Pop: 14,241
$101,130
Walk: 7.2
98375
5.2 mi
Pop: 32,195
$109,972
Walk: 9.6
98445
5.4 mi
Pop: 33,578
$90,063
Walk: 8.3
98447
6.9 mi
Pop: 964
Walk: 13.7
98444
7.5 mi
Pop: 35,660
$64,464
Walk: 13.2
98373
7.5 mi
Pop: 29,062
$102,791
Walk: 10.1
98338
7.9 mi
Pop: 32,726
$112,788
Walk: 5.7
98438
8.8 mi
Pop: 568
$21,023
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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