Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 55340
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55340 is an urban area. with a population of 9,776 and household incomes well above the national median ($174,120).
Area Profile
9,776
Population
$174,120
Median Income
+133% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 38.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 40.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,260
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,431
Median Gross Rent
$610 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$310 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 $174,120. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+133% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
55311
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Walk: 8.7
55356
5.8 mi
Pop: 5,924
$171,333
55446
6.3 mi
Pop: 27,627
$169,412
55374
6.7 mi
Pop: 15,812
$152,239
Walk: 5.1
55357
7.3 mi
Pop: 3,704
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55447
7.8 mi
Pop: 21,001
$128,781
Walk: 11.1
55391
8.1 mi
Pop: 15,469
$170,115
Walk: 9.9
55341
8.3 mi
Pop: 3,454
$147,903
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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