Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60169
Opportunity Score
59
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60169 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 33,529 and household incomes above the national median ($92,399). There are 5 solar installers operations in ZIP 60169.
Area Profile
33,529
Population
$92,399
Median Income
+24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60169.
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 60169 (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
$1,694
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$1.1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+24% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60194
1.2 mi
Pop: 19,932
$97,876
Walk: 9.6
60195
2.3 mi
Pop: 4,698
$89,116
Walk: 11.0
60193
3.2 mi
Pop: 39,467
$92,284
Walk: 9.0
60173
4.2 mi
Pop: 13,892
$99,975
Walk: 8.7
60107
4.7 mi
Pop: 38,965
$101,017
Walk: 9.0
60172
5.2 mi
Pop: 24,231
$109,322
Walk: 9.0
60133
5.4 mi
Pop: 36,850
$92,263
Walk: 9.4
60067
5.4 mi
Pop: 38,118
$121,572
Walk: 10.1
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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