Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60618
Opportunity Score
80
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60618 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 91,896 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,558). There are 15 solar installers operations in ZIP 60618.
Area Profile
91,896
Population
$101,558
Median Income
+36% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 35.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 39.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60618.
15
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
1.6 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 60618 (15 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,534
Median Gross Rent
$540 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Solar Installers
- 15
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
+36% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60625
1.8 mi
Pop: 78,467
$85,299
Walk: 15.1
60647
1.8 mi
Pop: 85,589
$102,851
Walk: 15.5
60659
2.9 mi
Pop: 42,008
$70,033
Walk: 14.7
60641
3.1 mi
Pop: 67,400
$81,649
Walk: 15.0
60640
3.3 mi
Pop: 66,884
$71,030
Walk: 14.6
60622
3.4 mi
Pop: 53,696
$124,852
Walk: 15.8
60613
3.5 mi
Pop: 51,334
$91,351
Walk: 15.3
60657
3.6 mi
Pop: 71,268
$109,025
Walk: 14.5
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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