Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60523
Opportunity Score
85
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60523 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 10,012 and household incomes well above the national median ($114,418).
Area Profile
10,012
Population
$114,418
Median Income
+53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 54.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 48.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 60523.
16
Home Health Agencies
16.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,090
2BR Fair Market Rent
$776
Median Gross Rent
$730 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$4.1 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 $114,418. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 16
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+53% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60514
2.9 mi
Pop: 9,760
$114,672
Walk: 12.3
60521
3.0 mi
Pop: 18,097
$244,318
Walk: 12.6
60181
3.2 mi
Pop: 30,247
$90,375
Walk: 11.6
60559
3.2 mi
Pop: 24,404
$87,474
Walk: 11.9
60162
4.1 mi
Pop: 8,133
$70,772
Walk: 12.9
60558
4.3 mi
Pop: 13,353
$218,839
Walk: 10.0
60126
4.3 mi
Pop: 47,759
$143,333
Walk: 13.3
60154
4.5 mi
Pop: 16,524
$103,561
Walk: 14.3
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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