Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60031
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60031 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 37,208 and household incomes well above the national median ($114,008). There are 9 solar installers operations in ZIP 60031.
Area Profile
37,208
Population
$114,008
Median Income
+53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60031.
9
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.4 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 64.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 60031 (9 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,601
Median Gross Rent
$320 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$2.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 9
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
+53% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60083
4.4 mi
Pop: 9,655
$111,912
Walk: 7.2
60085
5.6 mi
Pop: 72,763
$64,330
Walk: 12.8
60048
5.6 mi
Pop: 28,945
$169,283
Walk: 10.3
60087
6.3 mi
Pop: 27,428
$79,162
Walk: 11.8
60064
6.4 mi
Pop: 15,047
$49,256
Walk: 11.4
60030
7.8 mi
Pop: 35,579
$104,920
Walk: 12.0
60099
7.9 mi
Pop: 30,485
$65,647
Walk: 10.6
60088
7.9 mi
Pop: 14,269
$62,557
Walk: 11.3
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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