Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60542
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60542 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 18,691 and household incomes well above the national median ($112,362). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 60542.
Area Profile
18,691
Population
$112,362
Median Income
+51% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 42.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60542.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,980
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,596
Median Gross Rent
$320 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$130 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+51% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60539
1.4 mi
Pop: 277
60510
3.5 mi
Pop: 28,577
$120,925
Walk: 10.0
60506
3.8 mi
Pop: 49,886
$76,105
Walk: 12.9
60505
4.7 mi
Pop: 58,176
$70,306
Walk: 10.4
60134
4.8 mi
Pop: 29,838
$148,283
60538
5.7 mi
Pop: 30,395
$92,064
Walk: 5.4
60502
6.3 mi
Pop: 23,242
$150,421
Walk: 5.9
60519
7.6 mi
Pop: 63
$153,125
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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