Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60523
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60523 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 10,012 and household incomes well above the national median ($114,418). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 60523.
Area Profile
10,012
Population
$114,418
Median Income
+53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 54.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 48.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60523.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
7.0 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
3.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 70.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60523 (7 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,090
2BR Fair Market Rent
$776
Median Gross Rent
$730 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$4.1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+53% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60514
2.9 mi
Pop: 9,760
$114,672
Walk: 12.3
60521
3.0 mi
Pop: 18,097
$244,318
Walk: 12.6
60181
3.2 mi
Pop: 30,247
$90,375
Walk: 11.6
60559
3.2 mi
Pop: 24,404
$87,474
Walk: 11.9
60162
4.1 mi
Pop: 8,133
$70,772
Walk: 12.9
60558
4.3 mi
Pop: 13,353
$218,839
Walk: 10.0
60126
4.3 mi
Pop: 47,759
$143,333
Walk: 13.3
60154
4.5 mi
Pop: 16,524
$103,561
Walk: 14.3
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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