Solar Installers Market: ZIP 61611
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 61611 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,698 and household incomes above the national median ($76,329). There are 7 solar installers operations in ZIP 61611.
Area Profile
23,698
Population
$76,329
Median Income
+2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 18.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 61611.
7
Solar Installers
Moderate — proven market
3.0 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 70.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 61611 (7 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$940
2BR Fair Market Rent
$942
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$990 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Solar Installers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
61603
2.8 mi
Pop: 15,430
$40,405
Walk: 13.8
61616
3.4 mi
Pop: 5,834
$62,083
Walk: 13.6
61606
5.3 mi
Pop: 6,979
$41,023
Walk: 14.1
61602
5.4 mi
Pop: 977
$17,273
61625
5.5 mi
Pop: 443
Walk: 15.2
61614
5.7 mi
Pop: 28,142
$68,379
Walk: 11.9
61610
6.6 mi
Pop: 4,572
$49,853
61605
7.2 mi
Pop: 13,538
$24,499
Walk: 13.1
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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