Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60090
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60090 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 38,340 and household incomes above the national median ($83,449). There are 15 solar installers operations in ZIP 60090.
Area Profile
38,340
Population
$83,449
Median Income
+12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 29.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60090.
15
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.9 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 60090 (15 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,900
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,578
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$620 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 15
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+12% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60070
1.9 mi
Pop: 15,549
$91,210
Walk: 11.8
60015
4.0 mi
Pop: 27,720
$186,786
Walk: 12.0
60056
4.5 mi
Pop: 55,989
$104,168
Walk: 12.5
60062
4.6 mi
Pop: 41,667
$142,759
Walk: 11.1
60089
4.6 mi
Pop: 42,781
$129,932
Walk: 10.4
60004
4.8 mi
Pop: 51,884
$124,962
Walk: 9.8
60069
4.9 mi
Pop: 8,728
$157,366
Walk: 8.6
60016
5.2 mi
Pop: 60,520
$84,044
Walk: 13.5
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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