Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 55408
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55408 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 32,534 and household incomes near the national median ($72,421).
Area Profile
32,534
Population
$72,421
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 30.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 41.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 55408.
18
Home Health Agencies
5.5 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,385
Median Gross Rent
$390 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.1 M 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 18
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
55409
1.3 mi
Pop: 11,405
$98,056
Walk: 14.6
55403
1.9 mi
Pop: 17,354
$59,928
Walk: 16.4
55405
2.1 mi
Pop: 16,915
$70,425
Walk: 14.0
55410
2.6 mi
Pop: 20,361
$144,973
Walk: 14.4
55404
2.6 mi
Pop: 28,071
$43,932
Walk: 15.7
55419
2.7 mi
Pop: 29,728
$143,254
Walk: 14.4
55402
2.7 mi
Pop: 760
$69,808
55407
2.9 mi
Pop: 36,992
$78,206
Walk: 14.5
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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