Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60525
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60525 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 31,453 and household incomes well above the national median ($113,718). There are 8 solar installers operations in ZIP 60525.
Area Profile
31,453
Population
$113,718
Median Income
+52% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 43.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60525.
8
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.5 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
1.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 61.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 60525 (8 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,720
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,475
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$2.1 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+52% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60558
2.7 mi
Pop: 13,353
$218,839
Walk: 10.0
60501
3.0 mi
Pop: 11,490
$62,110
Walk: 13.8
60513
3.1 mi
Pop: 19,264
$108,527
Walk: 14.3
60458
3.4 mi
Pop: 14,153
$59,443
Walk: 13.0
60526
3.5 mi
Pop: 13,341
$118,831
Walk: 14.6
60534
3.7 mi
Pop: 10,362
$63,827
Walk: 11.6
60480
4.5 mi
Pop: 5,319
$97,311
Walk: 9.4
60521
4.5 mi
Pop: 18,097
$244,318
Walk: 12.6
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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