Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60639
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60639 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 84,505 and household incomes near the national median ($59,710). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 60639.
Area Profile
84,505
Population
$59,710
Median Income
-20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60639.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
0.8 per 10K residents
5
Roofing Contractors
0.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 58.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 60639 (7 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,530
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,212
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
-20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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60644
2.8 mi
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60302
2.9 mi
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60624
3.5 mi
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60301
3.6 mi
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60630
3.6 mi
Pop: 54,242
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Walk: 15.2
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3.6 mi
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$82,746
Walk: 14.8
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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