Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60505
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60505 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 58,176 and household incomes near the national median ($70,306). There are 9 solar installers operations in ZIP 60505.
Area Profile
58,176
Population
$70,306
Median Income
-6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 31.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 7.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60505.
9
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.5 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 69.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 60505 (9 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,610
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,230
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$340 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 9
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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60538
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$92,064
Walk: 5.4
60504
4.0 mi
Pop: 38,861
$98,249
Walk: 10.7
60542
4.7 mi
Pop: 18,691
$112,362
Walk: 10.1
60503
4.8 mi
Pop: 16,879
$142,773
60539
4.9 mi
Pop: 277
60506
5.2 mi
Pop: 49,886
$76,105
Walk: 12.9
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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