Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60656
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60656 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 28,726 and household incomes above the national median ($88,000). There are 12 solar installers operations in ZIP 60656.
Area Profile
28,726
Population
$88,000
Median Income
+18% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 31.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60656.
12
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
4.2 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 75.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60656 (12 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,750
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,388
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$710 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 12
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+18% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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60631
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60634
2.4 mi
Pop: 74,418
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60068
3.0 mi
Pop: 39,227
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Walk: 14.1
60176
3.1 mi
Pop: 11,454
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60171
3.5 mi
Pop: 10,482
$74,793
Walk: 15.4
60714
3.9 mi
Pop: 30,463
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Walk: 14.8
60707
3.9 mi
Pop: 40,897
$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