Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 55087
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55087 is an suburban area. with a population of 425 and household incomes well above the national median ($126,364).
Area Profile
425
Population
$126,364
Median Income
+69% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 50.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,120
2BR Fair Market Rent
$617
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
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 $126,364. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+69% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
55052
2.2 mi
Pop: 1,894
$78,375
55021
10.2 mi
Pop: 30,860
$70,296
Walk: 9.0
56052
12.1 mi
Pop: 702
$89,688
55049
12.5 mi
Pop: 2,634
$90,700
56096
13.4 mi
Pop: 2,874
$79,879
Walk: 5.9
56093
14.2 mi
Pop: 12,742
$73,210
Walk: 5.9
55046
14.3 mi
Pop: 6,030
$91,982
56069
15.2 mi
Pop: 4,948
$81,919
Walk: 4.8
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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