Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60174
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60174 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 30,481 and household incomes well above the national median ($102,408). There are 17 solar installers operations in ZIP 60174.
Area Profile
30,481
Population
$102,408
Median Income
+37% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60174.
17
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
5.6 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 77.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 60174 (17 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,738
Median Gross Rent
$350 K
Median Home Value
19
Bank Branches
$3.5 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 17
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 19
vs. National Average
Median Income
+37% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60184
3.5 mi
Pop: 2,280
$170,074
Walk: 6.7
60177
4.1 mi
Pop: 24,030
$123,700
Walk: 11.2
60134
4.7 mi
Pop: 29,838
$148,283
60510
6.1 mi
Pop: 28,577
$120,925
Walk: 10.0
60175
6.3 mi
Pop: 26,528
$173,564
60185
6.3 mi
Pop: 33,711
$105,063
Walk: 8.0
60103
7.2 mi
Pop: 41,825
$131,552
Walk: 8.3
60123
7.6 mi
Pop: 48,821
$86,762
Walk: 13.7
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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