Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60156
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60156 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 28,853 and household incomes well above the national median ($113,491). There are 11 solar installers operations in ZIP 60156.
Area Profile
28,853
Population
$113,491
Median Income
+52% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60156.
11
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.8 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 68.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 60156 (11 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,130
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,634
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$450 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 11
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+52% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60014
2.0 mi
Pop: 48,383
$104,657
Walk: 9.6
60102
2.8 mi
Pop: 32,303
$128,070
Walk: 9.0
60012
4.8 mi
Pop: 11,929
$147,352
60013
6.0 mi
Pop: 26,503
$115,833
Walk: 8.1
60118
6.5 mi
Pop: 15,692
$104,572
Walk: 9.9
60110
6.5 mi
Pop: 39,028
$87,714
Walk: 10.9
60021
7.2 mi
Pop: 5,108
$122,005
Walk: 5.8
60136
7.9 mi
Pop: 8,623
$124,338
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