Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60503
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60503 is an urban area. with a population of 16,879 and household incomes well above the national median ($142,773).
Area Profile
16,879
Population
$142,773
Median Income
+91% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 36.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,222
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$73 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 $142,773. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+91% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
60504
2.8 mi
Pop: 38,861
$98,249
Walk: 10.7
60585
4.2 mi
Pop: 24,948
$151,202
Walk: 6.2
60564
4.3 mi
Pop: 47,243
$176,250
Walk: 8.8
60505
4.8 mi
Pop: 58,176
$70,306
Walk: 10.4
60519
4.9 mi
Pop: 63
$153,125
60543
5.3 mi
Pop: 41,723
$116,507
Walk: 7.8
60502
5.5 mi
Pop: 23,242
$150,421
Walk: 5.9
60538
5.6 mi
Pop: 30,395
$92,064
Walk: 5.4
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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