Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 55047
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55047 is an urban area. with a population of 2,230 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,357).
Area Profile
2,230
Population
$100,357
Median Income
+35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 57.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 42.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,530
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,250
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$69 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 $100,357. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+35% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
55073
5.3 mi
Pop: 4,145
$130,556
Walk: 4.9
55082
8.8 mi
Pop: 36,414
$117,538
Walk: 8.7
54082
10.2 mi
Pop: 2,026
$130,738
54025
10.4 mi
Pop: 7,497
$95,617
55038
11.2 mi
Pop: 24,246
$127,194
Walk: 7.5
55013
11.4 mi
Pop: 7,030
$99,898
54020
12.1 mi
Pop: 7,729
$79,833
55115
12.8 mi
Pop: 8,926
$132,796
Walk: 7.0
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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