New Car Dealers Market: ZIP 60505
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60505 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 58,176 and household incomes near the national median ($70,306).
Area Profile
58,176
Population
$70,306
Median Income
-6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.4/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 31.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 7.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
New Car Dealers and related businesses in ZIP 60505.
11
Gas Stations
1.9 per 10K residents
5
Used Car Dealers
0.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,610
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,230
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$340 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Ev Vs Gas Business in Illinois
- EV inventory allocation from manufacturers is tied to your state's ZEV mandate status. Dealers in ZEV states get more inventory. Period.
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- Used EV margins are volatile. Battery degradation concerns suppress resale values unpredictably. Factor in extended warranty costs.
- Service revenue per EV is 30-40% lower than gas vehicles. Fewer parts, fewer oil changes. Your service department model needs adjusting.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 16
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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60538
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60504
4.0 mi
Pop: 38,861
$98,249
Walk: 10.7
60542
4.7 mi
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Walk: 10.1
60503
4.8 mi
Pop: 16,879
$142,773
60539
4.9 mi
Pop: 277
60506
5.2 mi
Pop: 49,886
$76,105
Walk: 12.9
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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