Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60660
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60660 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 42,750 and household incomes near the national median ($66,206).
Area Profile
42,750
Population
$66,206
Median Income
-11% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 43.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,286
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$540 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Solar Business in Illinois
- The federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is the single biggest factor in your customers' buying decisions. Know the current rate and expiration timeline cold.
- Become a certified installer for at least two major panel manufacturers. Certification unlocks better wholesale pricing and warranty terms.
- Permitting and interconnection timelines vary wildly by utility. In some territories it takes 2 weeks. In others, 6 months. Map this before you set customer expectations.
- Roof condition kills more solar deals than price objections. Partner with a roofer or learn to assess roof life remaining.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-11% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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60640
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60613
2.5 mi
Pop: 51,334
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60645
2.5 mi
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60625
2.8 mi
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60659
3.0 mi
Pop: 42,008
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60202
3.1 mi
Pop: 32,818
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Walk: 14.8
60657
3.7 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