Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 01749
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01749 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 19,959 and household incomes well above the national median ($107,202).
Area Profile
19,959
Population
$107,202
Median Income
+44% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,416
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.4 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Massachusetts
- 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 $107,202. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+44% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
01752
2.7 mi
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$95,047
Walk: 8.7
01775
3.6 mi
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$177,862
Walk: 6.8
01740
5.2 mi
Pop: 5,698
$198,475
Walk: 6.0
01772
6.0 mi
Pop: 9,781
$196,680
Walk: 9.0
01503
6.1 mi
Pop: 3,311
$122,411
Walk: 6.1
01754
6.7 mi
Pop: 10,663
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Walk: 7.2
01719
6.9 mi
Pop: 5,468
$151,000
Walk: 6.2
01745
7.4 mi
Pop: 660
$180,833
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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