Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60118
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60118 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 15,692 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,572). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 60118.
Area Profile
15,692
Population
$104,572
Median Income
+40% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 31.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60118.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
5.1 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 72.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 60118 (8 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,750
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,532
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$480 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+40% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60110
1.3 mi
Pop: 39,028
$87,714
Walk: 10.9
60102
3.7 mi
Pop: 32,303
$128,070
Walk: 9.0
60123
4.7 mi
Pop: 48,821
$86,762
Walk: 13.7
60136
4.9 mi
Pop: 8,623
$124,338
Walk: 11.2
60156
6.5 mi
Pop: 28,853
$113,491
Walk: 7.8
60120
7.2 mi
Pop: 50,774
$80,305
Walk: 12.9
60192
8.0 mi
Pop: 16,662
$149,992
Walk: 11.0
60177
8.3 mi
Pop: 24,030
$123,700
Walk: 11.2
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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