Solar Installers Market: ZIP 98663
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98663 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 15,645 and household incomes above the national median ($84,590). There are 6 solar installers operations in ZIP 98663.
Area Profile
15,645
Population
$84,590
Median Income
+13% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 98663.
6
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.8 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
3.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 54.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 98663 (6 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,850
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,538
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$0 deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+13% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98665
2.0 mi
Pop: 28,243
$83,750
Walk: 12.2
98661
2.8 mi
Pop: 52,027
$75,037
Walk: 12.4
98660
3.9 mi
Pop: 13,699
$65,147
Walk: 16.9
97217
4.6 mi
Pop: 34,756
$100,387
Walk: 16.0
98685
4.7 mi
Pop: 30,044
$126,552
Walk: 9.6
97211
5.1 mi
Pop: 33,713
$109,604
Walk: 16.3
98686
5.5 mi
Pop: 20,553
$101,866
Walk: 9.9
98662
6.3 mi
Pop: 38,008
$91,883
Walk: 11.2
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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