Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60108
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60108 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 23,434 and household incomes above the national median ($99,868). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 60108.
Area Profile
23,434
Population
$99,868
Median Income
+34% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 42.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 31.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60108.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.4 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 60108 (8 vs. 4 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
$1,607
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$2.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+34% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60172
2.1 mi
Pop: 24,231
$109,322
Walk: 9.0
60139
2.5 mi
Pop: 32,954
$81,996
Walk: 10.5
60157
3.2 mi
Pop: 2,377
$118,333
Walk: 8.3
60188
3.3 mi
Pop: 42,087
$107,560
Walk: 9.5
60133
3.8 mi
Pop: 36,850
$92,263
Walk: 9.4
60193
4.1 mi
Pop: 39,467
$92,284
Walk: 9.0
60143
5.4 mi
Pop: 11,798
$112,247
Walk: 12.5
60187
5.5 mi
Pop: 28,867
$119,048
Walk: 11.6
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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