Solar Installers Market: ZIP 60913
Opportunity Score
43
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60913 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,597 and household incomes above the national median ($90,536).
Area Profile
1,597
Population
$90,536
Median Income
+21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
3.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 54.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 15.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,210
2BR Fair Market Rent
$780
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
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
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+21% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60969
6.6 mi
Pop: 66
$117,750
Walk: 3.3
60941
7.7 mi
Pop: 1,603
$92,969
Walk: 5.1
60935
8.0 mi
Pop: 1,222
$105,391
60481
10.0 mi
Pop: 11,277
$76,398
Walk: 6.1
60961
11.3 mi
Pop: 928
$61,193
Walk: 6.3
60901
11.3 mi
Pop: 33,224
$54,557
Walk: 8.3
60917
11.7 mi
Pop: 467
$76,875
60408
13.5 mi
Pop: 5,332
$93,914
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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