Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98409
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98409 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 27,298 and household incomes near the national median ($71,649). There are 17 solar installers operations in ZIP 98409.
Area Profile
27,298
Population
$71,649
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 32.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 13.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98409.
17
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
6.2 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
2.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 68.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98409 (17 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,579
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$510 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 17
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98418
2.1 mi
Pop: 10,475
$79,413
Walk: 14.4
98408
2.2 mi
Pop: 20,469
$78,855
Walk: 13.9
98405
2.3 mi
Pop: 25,306
$80,024
Walk: 15.4
98416
3.5 mi
Pop: 877
Walk: 15.2
98402
3.5 mi
Pop: 7,500
$54,712
Walk: 18.2
98403
3.8 mi
Pop: 8,586
$86,179
98499
3.9 mi
Pop: 33,694
$65,000
Walk: 13.3
98406
4.4 mi
Pop: 23,642
$104,761
Walk: 15.5
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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