Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60131
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60131 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 18,059 and household incomes above the national median ($76,404). There are 16 solar installers operations in ZIP 60131.
Area Profile
18,059
Population
$76,404
Median Income
+2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 12.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60131.
16
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
8.9 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
4.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 60131 (16 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,440
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,092
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$650 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 16
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60176
1.7 mi
Pop: 11,454
$67,473
60164
1.9 mi
Pop: 21,248
$76,483
Walk: 13.5
60165
2.4 mi
Pop: 4,504
$75,165
Walk: 14.2
60160
2.8 mi
Pop: 24,513
$64,740
Walk: 15.0
60018
2.9 mi
Pop: 29,302
$85,415
Walk: 14.2
60171
3.2 mi
Pop: 10,482
$74,793
Walk: 15.4
60104
3.8 mi
Pop: 18,390
$77,270
Walk: 15.3
60163
3.9 mi
Pop: 5,205
$83,176
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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