Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60586
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60586 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 48,006 and household incomes well above the national median ($122,963). There are 3 solar installers operations in ZIP 60586.
Area Profile
48,006
Population
$122,963
Median Income
+65% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60586.
3
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
0.6 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60586 (3 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,570
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,159
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$230 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+65% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.2 pts vs. national avg
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60431
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60435
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60403
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60543
8.7 mi
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Walk: 7.8
60447
8.7 mi
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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