Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60603
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60603 is an urban area. with a population of 1,126 and household incomes well above the national median ($128,107).
Area Profile
1,126
Population
$128,107
Median Income
+72% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 33.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 63.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,640
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,104
Median Gross Rent
$610 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$140 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 $128,107. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+72% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
60602
0.2 mi
Pop: 1,127
$123,047
60604
0.2 mi
Pop: 653
$77,806
60601
0.5 mi
Pop: 16,292
$127,323
60606
0.7 mi
Pop: 3,527
$139,148
60654
1.0 mi
Pop: 24,303
$144,831
Walk: 17.2
60605
1.1 mi
Pop: 34,256
$118,403
Walk: 17.8
60661
1.2 mi
Pop: 11,516
$138,831
Walk: 16.6
60611
1.3 mi
Pop: 36,036
$124,621
Walk: 14.9
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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