Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98606
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98606 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 9,431 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,026). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 98606.
Area Profile
9,431
Population
$118,026
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 47.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 27.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98606.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
4.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
4.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98606 (4 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,585
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+58% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98682
4.3 mi
Pop: 67,297
$95,863
Walk: 10.3
98604
6.5 mi
Pop: 38,550
$108,616
Walk: 9.5
98684
7.9 mi
Pop: 36,486
$88,044
Walk: 13.4
98607
8.0 mi
Pop: 35,661
$132,234
Walk: 8.3
98662
8.8 mi
Pop: 38,008
$91,883
Walk: 11.2
98683
9.5 mi
Pop: 31,613
$83,821
Walk: 11.7
98664
11.3 mi
Pop: 22,923
$81,697
Walk: 10.8
98686
11.4 mi
Pop: 20,553
$101,866
Walk: 9.9
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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