Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60008
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60008 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 22,949 and household incomes above the national median ($96,213). There are 16 solar installers operations in ZIP 60008.
Area Profile
22,949
Population
$96,213
Median Income
+29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60008.
16
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
7.0 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
2.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 72.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 60008 (16 vs. 6 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
$1,561
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$1.1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 16
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+29% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60005
2.5 mi
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$100,304
Walk: 10.6
60173
2.6 mi
Pop: 13,892
$99,975
Walk: 8.7
60007
3.6 mi
Pop: 32,485
$95,240
Walk: 8.1
60067
3.9 mi
Pop: 38,118
$121,572
Walk: 10.1
60074
4.2 mi
Pop: 36,296
$81,911
Walk: 8.8
60004
4.2 mi
Pop: 51,884
$124,962
Walk: 9.8
60195
4.5 mi
Pop: 4,698
$89,116
Walk: 11.0
60056
6.1 mi
Pop: 55,989
$104,168
Walk: 12.5
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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