Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98588
Opportunity Score
46
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98588 is an urban area. with a population of 1,797 and household incomes near the national median ($72,448).
Area Profile
1,797
Population
$72,448
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 59.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 8.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,390
2BR Fair Market Rent
$330 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Washington
- The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single biggest factor in your customers' buying decisions. Know the current rate and expiration timeline cold.
- Become a certified installer for at least two major panel manufacturers. Certification unlocks better wholesale pricing and warranty terms.
- Permitting and interconnection timelines vary wildly by utility. In some territories it takes 2 weeks. In others, 6 months. Map this before you set customer expectations.
- Roof condition kills more solar deals than price objections. Partner with a roofer or learn to assess roof life remaining.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
98555
6.3 mi
Pop: 213
$61,696
98592
8.3 mi
Pop: 1,666
$111,000
Walk: 4.9
98528
9.4 mi
Pop: 12,398
$85,571
Walk: 2.9
98548
11.7 mi
Pop: 2,336
$66,541
98546
11.9 mi
Pop: 2,288
$96,964
98524
14.7 mi
Pop: 4,585
$108,526
98380
15.0 mi
Pop: 5,187
$123,162
Walk: 4.5
98584
16.5 mi
Pop: 40,036
$73,149
Walk: 8.1
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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