Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60804
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60804 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 83,223 and household incomes near the national median ($68,548). There are 6 solar installers operations in ZIP 60804.
Area Profile
83,223
Population
$68,548
Median Income
-8% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 60804.
6
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
0.7 per 10K residents
4
Roofing Contractors
0.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 60.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 60804 (6 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,121
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$830 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
-8% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.1 pts vs. national avg
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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