Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60417
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60417 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 15,408 and household incomes above the national median ($93,346). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 60417.
Area Profile
15,408
Population
$93,346
Median Income
+25% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 48.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 22.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60417.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.5 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 70.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60417 (7 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,480
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,362
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$320 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+25% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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60411
5.5 mi
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60401
5.9 mi
Pop: 7,581
$92,279
46311
6.0 mi
Pop: 23,405
$109,167
Walk: 9.1
60466
7.7 mi
Pop: 21,123
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Walk: 11.4
60425
8.2 mi
Pop: 8,730
$71,348
Walk: 9.3
46373
8.2 mi
Pop: 18,509
$123,203
Walk: 7.7
46303
8.3 mi
Pop: 16,910
$78,659
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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