Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60194
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60194 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 19,932 and household incomes above the national median ($97,876). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 60194.
Area Profile
19,932
Population
$97,876
Median Income
+31% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60194.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
2.0 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60194 (4 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,897
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$610 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+31% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60169
1.2 mi
Pop: 33,529
$92,399
Walk: 9.2
60193
2.0 mi
Pop: 39,467
$92,284
Walk: 9.0
60195
2.9 mi
Pop: 4,698
$89,116
Walk: 11.0
60172
4.0 mi
Pop: 24,231
$109,322
Walk: 9.0
60173
4.2 mi
Pop: 13,892
$99,975
Walk: 8.7
60133
4.3 mi
Pop: 36,850
$92,263
Walk: 9.4
60107
4.5 mi
Pop: 38,965
$101,017
Walk: 9.0
60157
5.6 mi
Pop: 2,377
$118,333
Walk: 8.3
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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