Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 55045
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55045 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 7,854 and household incomes well above the national median ($110,685).
Area Profile
7,854
Population
$110,685
Median Income
+48% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 18.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$993
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$120 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Minnesota
- State licensing for assisted living takes 6-12 months and involves facility inspections, staffing plans, and background checks. Start early.
- Staffing is your #1 cost and #1 challenge. CNA turnover runs 50-75% annually in most markets. Budget for constant recruiting.
- Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement rates vary by state. Some states pay well. Others don't cover costs. Know your state's rates before committing.
- Start small. A residential care home (6-8 beds) requires far less capital than a 50-bed facility and lets you prove your model.
- The median income here is $110,685. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+48% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
55012
4.0 mi
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55013
5.1 mi
Pop: 7,030
$99,898
55074
7.5 mi
Pop: 2,260
$104,545
Walk: 3.8
55073
8.2 mi
Pop: 4,145
$130,556
Walk: 4.9
55084
9.0 mi
Pop: 1,942
$90,500
Walk: 5.4
55056
11.8 mi
Pop: 14,279
$93,601
Walk: 6.9
55047
13.5 mi
Pop: 2,230
$100,357
54020
14.2 mi
Pop: 7,729
$79,833
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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