Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60143
Opportunity Score
78
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60143 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 11,798 and household incomes well above the national median ($112,247). There are 14 solar installers operations in ZIP 60143.
Area Profile
11,798
Population
$112,247
Median Income
+51% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 42.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60143.
14
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
11.9 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
3.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 77.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 60143 (14 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,030
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,775
Median Gross Rent
$390 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+51% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60157
2.4 mi
Pop: 2,377
$118,333
Walk: 8.3
60191
2.8 mi
Pop: 14,381
$90,299
Walk: 10.1
60101
3.0 mi
Pop: 37,202
$87,860
Walk: 10.1
60007
3.8 mi
Pop: 32,485
$95,240
Walk: 8.1
60172
4.7 mi
Pop: 24,231
$109,322
Walk: 9.0
60106
5.4 mi
Pop: 19,908
$78,027
Walk: 9.7
60108
5.4 mi
Pop: 23,434
$99,868
Walk: 10.0
60139
5.5 mi
Pop: 32,954
$81,996
Walk: 10.5
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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