Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60051
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60051 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,931 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,227). There are 11 solar installers operations in ZIP 60051.
Area Profile
23,931
Population
$104,227
Median Income
+40% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.5/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 24.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60051.
11
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.6 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 60051 (11 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,665
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$690 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 11
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+40% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60020
4.5 mi
Pop: 10,846
$71,028
60041
4.8 mi
Pop: 8,920
$91,569
Walk: 11.3
60050
5.2 mi
Pop: 31,870
$86,315
Walk: 8.8
60042
5.3 mi
Pop: 8,630
$94,613
60081
6.8 mi
Pop: 9,117
$116,278
Walk: 9.6
60072
7.0 mi
Pop: 888
$153,542
Walk: 11.3
60084
8.0 mi
Pop: 17,267
$104,907
Walk: 7.2
60073
8.2 mi
Pop: 62,000
$95,457
Walk: 10.3
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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