Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60184
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60184 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 2,280 and household incomes well above the national median ($170,074).
Area Profile
2,280
Population
$170,074
Median Income
+128% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 50.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 45.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$3,501
Median Gross Rent
$670 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Illinois
- The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single biggest factor in your customers' buying decisions. Know the current rate and expiration timeline cold.
- Become a certified installer for at least two major panel manufacturers. Certification unlocks better wholesale pricing and warranty terms.
- Permitting and interconnection timelines vary wildly by utility. In some territories it takes 2 weeks. In others, 6 months. Map this before you set customer expectations.
- Roof condition kills more solar deals than price objections. Partner with a roofer or learn to assess roof life remaining.
- The median income here is $170,074. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+128% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60174
3.5 mi
Pop: 30,481
$102,408
Walk: 9.1
60103
3.7 mi
Pop: 41,825
$131,552
Walk: 8.3
60177
4.7 mi
Pop: 24,030
$123,700
Walk: 11.2
60185
4.8 mi
Pop: 33,711
$105,063
Walk: 8.0
60120
5.7 mi
Pop: 50,774
$80,305
Walk: 12.9
60107
7.1 mi
Pop: 38,965
$101,017
Walk: 9.0
60123
7.3 mi
Pop: 48,821
$86,762
Walk: 13.7
60133
7.8 mi
Pop: 36,850
$92,263
Walk: 9.4
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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