Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60173
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60173 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,892 and household incomes above the national median ($99,975). There are 9 solar installers operations in ZIP 60173.
Area Profile
13,892
Population
$99,975
Median Income
+34% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 49.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60173.
9
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
6.5 per 10K residents
7
Roofing Contractors
5.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 56.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 60173 (9 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,300
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,786
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$3.7 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 9
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+34% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60195
2.3 mi
Pop: 4,698
$89,116
Walk: 11.0
60008
2.6 mi
Pop: 22,949
$96,213
Walk: 9.4
60067
4.0 mi
Pop: 38,118
$121,572
Walk: 10.1
60193
4.1 mi
Pop: 39,467
$92,284
Walk: 9.0
60194
4.2 mi
Pop: 19,932
$97,876
Walk: 9.6
60169
4.2 mi
Pop: 33,529
$92,399
Walk: 9.2
60007
4.3 mi
Pop: 32,485
$95,240
Walk: 8.1
60005
4.8 mi
Pop: 29,022
$100,304
Walk: 10.6
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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