Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60073
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60073 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 62,000 and household incomes above the national median ($95,457). There are 13 solar installers operations in ZIP 60073.
Area Profile
62,000
Population
$95,457
Median Income
+28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 34.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60073.
13
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.1 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 81.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 60073 (13 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,920
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,461
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$640 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 13
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60041
3.7 mi
Pop: 8,920
$91,569
Walk: 11.3
60030
4.1 mi
Pop: 35,579
$104,920
Walk: 12.0
60046
5.0 mi
Pop: 34,708
$122,376
Walk: 8.5
60020
5.7 mi
Pop: 10,846
$71,028
60084
6.4 mi
Pop: 17,267
$104,907
Walk: 7.2
60060
7.3 mi
Pop: 37,146
$110,463
Walk: 8.8
60002
7.8 mi
Pop: 24,396
$109,047
Walk: 5.8
60051
8.2 mi
Pop: 23,931
$104,227
Walk: 6.5
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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