Solar Installers Market: ZIP 99205
Opportunity Score
59
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 99205 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 43,340 and household incomes near the national median ($72,547). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 99205.
Area Profile
43,340
Population
$72,547
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 99205.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 99205 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,440
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,250
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$550 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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99204
3.6 mi
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Walk: 13.9
99207
3.9 mi
Pop: 34,766
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99251
4.4 mi
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99218
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Walk: 16.5
99202
5.3 mi
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Walk: 15.8
99203
5.5 mi
Pop: 21,921
$95,532
Walk: 13.8
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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