Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 55308
Opportunity Score
92
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55308 is an urban area. with a population of 9,788 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,815).
Area Profile
9,788
Population
$103,815
Median Income
+39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$812
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
1
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 $103,815. 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
+39% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
55309
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55362
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$92,870
Walk: 7.7
55319
9.0 mi
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$111,343
55358
16.2 mi
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55301
16.8 mi
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55398
17.2 mi
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$105,063
Walk: 3.7
55320
17.3 mi
Pop: 5,676
$109,242
56304
17.3 mi
Pop: 17,281
$54,133
Walk: 6.5
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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