Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60185
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60185 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 33,711 and household incomes well above the national median ($105,063). There are 14 solar installers operations in ZIP 60185.
Area Profile
33,711
Population
$105,063
Median Income
+41% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 21.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60185.
14
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.2 per 10K residents
6
Roofing Contractors
1.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 70.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60185 (14 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,730
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,400
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$300 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+41% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60190
4.3 mi
Pop: 11,931
$146,775
Walk: 9.1
60184
4.8 mi
Pop: 2,280
$170,074
Walk: 6.7
60555
5.1 mi
Pop: 14,758
$100,076
Walk: 7.9
60103
5.8 mi
Pop: 41,825
$131,552
Walk: 8.3
60188
6.1 mi
Pop: 42,087
$107,560
Walk: 9.5
60174
6.3 mi
Pop: 30,481
$102,408
Walk: 9.1
60563
7.1 mi
Pop: 38,829
$106,207
Walk: 11.2
60187
7.2 mi
Pop: 28,867
$119,048
Walk: 11.6
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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