Solar Installers Market: ZIP 61115
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 61115 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 22,424 and household incomes near the national median ($73,771). There are 6 solar installers operations in ZIP 61115.
Area Profile
22,424
Population
$73,771
Median Income
-1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 12.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 61115.
6
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
2.7 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 61115 (6 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,370
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,111
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$510 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-1% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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61114
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4.6 mi
Pop: 23,238
$47,390
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61073
4.7 mi
Pop: 20,008
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61107
5.5 mi
Pop: 29,473
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61108
7.6 mi
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61101
8.5 mi
Pop: 19,671
$45,260
Walk: 7.4
61104
8.6 mi
Pop: 17,584
$32,161
Walk: 7.9
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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