Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60455
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60455 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 16,765 and household incomes near the national median ($65,342). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 60455.
Area Profile
16,765
Population
$65,342
Median Income
-12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
17.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 40.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 12.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60455.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.8 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 72.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 60455 (8 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,370
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,139
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$510 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-12% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+7.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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60457
2.0 mi
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60459
2.6 mi
Pop: 28,822
$83,975
Walk: 14.3
60501
2.9 mi
Pop: 11,490
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60465
3.1 mi
Pop: 18,139
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60415
3.2 mi
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60482
3.8 mi
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60638
3.8 mi
Pop: 58,250
$89,191
Walk: 14.4
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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