Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60304
Opportunity Score
93
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60304 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 17,218 and household incomes well above the national median ($132,841).
Area Profile
17,218
Population
$132,841
Median Income
+78% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 39.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 48.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,650
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,279
Median Gross Rent
$470 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$240 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 $132,841. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+78% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60301
1.2 mi
Pop: 3,508
$103,448
60302
1.5 mi
Pop: 32,589
$97,414
Walk: 15.4
60130
2.0 mi
Pop: 14,000
$81,323
Walk: 16.2
60644
2.3 mi
Pop: 48,317
$37,952
Walk: 13.3
60305
2.6 mi
Pop: 11,489
$148,711
Walk: 14.4
60402
2.7 mi
Pop: 63,867
$73,993
Walk: 14.4
60804
3.0 mi
Pop: 83,223
$68,548
Walk: 14.6
60546
3.3 mi
Pop: 16,582
$109,933
Walk: 14.0
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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