Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60423
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60423 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 32,813 and household incomes well above the national median ($137,651). There are 10 solar installers operations in ZIP 60423.
Area Profile
32,813
Population
$137,651
Median Income
+85% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 32.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60423.
10
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.0 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
2.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 55.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 60423 (10 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,850
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,455
Median Gross Rent
$380 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$1.8 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 10
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
+85% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 pts vs. national avg
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60449
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Walk: 9.4
60443
6.6 mi
Pop: 20,606
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60471
7.7 mi
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60477
7.8 mi
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Walk: 11.1
60451
8.6 mi
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Walk: 7.9
60478
9.1 mi
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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