Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60139
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60139 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 32,954 and household incomes above the national median ($81,996). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 60139.
Area Profile
32,954
Population
$81,996
Median Income
+10% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60139.
5
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.5 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 60139 (5 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
$1,558
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$620 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+10% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60108
2.5 mi
Pop: 23,434
$99,868
Walk: 10.0
60188
3.5 mi
Pop: 42,087
$107,560
Walk: 9.5
60137
3.9 mi
Pop: 38,754
$131,695
Walk: 13.1
60187
4.0 mi
Pop: 28,867
$119,048
Walk: 11.6
60157
4.2 mi
Pop: 2,377
$118,333
Walk: 8.3
60172
4.3 mi
Pop: 24,231
$109,322
Walk: 9.0
60101
4.7 mi
Pop: 37,202
$87,860
Walk: 10.1
60148
5.0 mi
Pop: 52,358
$96,606
Walk: 11.4
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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