Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60174
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60174 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 30,481 and household incomes well above the national median ($102,408).
Area Profile
30,481
Population
$102,408
Median Income
+37% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 60174.
4
Home Health Agencies
1.3 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,738
Median Gross Rent
$350 K
Median Home Value
19
Bank Branches
$3.5 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 $102,408. 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
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 19
vs. National Average
Median Income
+37% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60184
3.5 mi
Pop: 2,280
$170,074
Walk: 6.7
60177
4.1 mi
Pop: 24,030
$123,700
Walk: 11.2
60134
4.7 mi
Pop: 29,838
$148,283
60510
6.1 mi
Pop: 28,577
$120,925
Walk: 10.0
60175
6.3 mi
Pop: 26,528
$173,564
60185
6.3 mi
Pop: 33,711
$105,063
Walk: 8.0
60103
7.2 mi
Pop: 41,825
$131,552
Walk: 8.3
60123
7.6 mi
Pop: 48,821
$86,762
Walk: 13.7
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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