Solar Panel Costs Near Chicago, IL (60634)
Opportunity Score
85
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60634 is an urban area. with a population of 74,418 and household incomes above the national median ($84,997). There are 30 solar installers operations in ZIP 60634.
Area Profile
74,418
Population
$84,997
Median Income
+14% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 19.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60634.
30
Solar Installers
Competitive — differentiation needed
4.0 per 10K residents
8
Roofing Contractors
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 78.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 60634 (30 vs. 8 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,271
Median Gross Rent
$330 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$2.2 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 30
- Related Businesses
- 8
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
+14% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits