Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 55053
Opportunity Score
54
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55053 is an suburban area. with a population of 995 and household incomes well above the national median ($107,188).
Area Profile
995
Population
$107,188
Median Income
+44% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,600
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,275
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$8 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 $107,188. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+44% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
55018
7.2 mi
Pop: 931
$91,071
55946
10.0 mi
Pop: 3,366
$80,461
Walk: 4.0
55057
11.6 mi
Pop: 25,458
$97,521
Walk: 9.3
55019
13.4 mi
Pop: 2,336
$112,273
55065
14.2 mi
Pop: 1,320
$116,500
Walk: 5.0
55021
14.8 mi
Pop: 30,860
$70,296
Walk: 9.0
55009
16.2 mi
Pop: 8,258
$89,023
Walk: 9.5
55049
16.8 mi
Pop: 2,634
$90,700
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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