Solar Panel Costs Near Champaign, IL (61820)
Opportunity Score
39
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 61820 is an urban area. with a population of 38,481 and household incomes below the national median ($31,031). There are 4 solar installers operations in ZIP 61820.
Area Profile
38,481
Population
$31,031
Median Income
-58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 22.2 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 20.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Solar Installers and related businesses in ZIP 61820.
4
Solar Installers
Low competition — room to establish
1.0 per 10K residents
3
Roofing Contractors
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Solar Installers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 61820 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,077
Median Gross Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
17
Bank Branches
$2.7 M deposits
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Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Solar Installers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 17
vs. National Average
Median Income
-58% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits