Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60026
Opportunity Score
92
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60026 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 14,499 and household incomes well above the national median ($157,712).
Area Profile
14,499
Population
$157,712
Median Income
+111% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 45.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 48.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,983
Median Gross Rent
$660 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$1 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Illinois
- 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 $157,712. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+111% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60025
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60062
2.4 mi
Pop: 41,667
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60029
4.3 mi
Pop: 548
$238,098
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60016
4.6 mi
Pop: 60,520
$84,044
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60714
4.8 mi
Pop: 30,463
$78,868
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60053
4.8 mi
Pop: 24,687
$106,078
Walk: 15.1
60068
5.4 mi
Pop: 39,227
$138,201
Walk: 14.1
60090
5.6 mi
Pop: 38,340
$83,449
Walk: 12.2
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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