Solar Panel Costs Near Waukegan, IL (60085)
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60085 is an urban area. with a population of 72,763 and household incomes near the national median ($64,330). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 60085.
Area Profile
72,763
Population
$64,330
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 33.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60085.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
0.4 per 10K residents
9
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 25.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60085 (3 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,133
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$840 K deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits