Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60154
Opportunity Score
84
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60154 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 16,524 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,561).
Area Profile
16,524
Population
$103,561
Median Income
+39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 52.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 60154.
11
Home Health Agencies
6.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,150
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,767
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$810 K 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 $103,561. 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
- 11
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+39% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60526
1.3 mi
Pop: 13,341
$118,831
Walk: 14.6
60162
1.5 mi
Pop: 8,133
$70,772
Walk: 12.9
60155
2.4 mi
Pop: 7,906
$59,688
60104
2.5 mi
Pop: 18,390
$77,270
Walk: 15.3
60163
3.0 mi
Pop: 5,205
$83,176
60558
3.3 mi
Pop: 13,353
$218,839
Walk: 10.0
60513
3.4 mi
Pop: 19,264
$108,527
Walk: 14.3
60141
3.6 mi
Pop: 269
$16,611
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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