Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 60631
Opportunity Score
91
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60631 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 30,308 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,688).
Area Profile
30,308
Population
$117,688
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 42.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,780
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,604
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$2.4 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 $117,688. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+58% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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60706
2.1 mi
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60714
2.3 mi
Pop: 30,463
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60068
2.5 mi
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60634
3.4 mi
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60646
3.6 mi
Pop: 28,499
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Walk: 15.2
60053
3.7 mi
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Walk: 15.1
60630
4.2 mi
Pop: 54,242
$97,134
Walk: 15.2
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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