Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60010
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60010 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 45,970 and household incomes well above the national median ($175,050). There are 17 solar installers operations in ZIP 60010.
Area Profile
45,970
Population
$175,050
Median Income
+135% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 47.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60010.
17
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.7 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 68.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60010 (17 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,640
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,459
Median Gross Rent
$620 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$3.9 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 17
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+135% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60021
4.9 mi
Pop: 5,108
$122,005
Walk: 5.8
60192
6.3 mi
Pop: 16,662
$149,992
Walk: 11.0
60013
7.2 mi
Pop: 26,503
$115,833
Walk: 8.1
60169
7.4 mi
Pop: 33,529
$92,399
Walk: 9.2
60067
7.4 mi
Pop: 38,118
$121,572
Walk: 10.1
60195
7.8 mi
Pop: 4,698
$89,116
Walk: 11.0
60194
8.6 mi
Pop: 19,932
$97,876
Walk: 9.6
60084
8.6 mi
Pop: 17,267
$104,907
Walk: 7.2
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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