Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60061
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60061 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 27,883 and household incomes well above the national median ($121,588).
Area Profile
27,883
Population
$121,588
Median Income
+63% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 46.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 60061.
3
Home Health Agencies
1.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,380
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,862
Median Gross Rent
$390 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.5 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 $121,588. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+63% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60069
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60048
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60089
4.5 mi
Pop: 42,781
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Walk: 10.4
60060
6.1 mi
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$110,463
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60047
6.4 mi
Pop: 44,100
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60045
6.5 mi
Pop: 20,957
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60015
6.9 mi
Pop: 27,720
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Walk: 12.0
60044
7.8 mi
Pop: 10,289
$127,546
Walk: 11.8
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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