Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 01754
Opportunity Score
79
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01754 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 10,663 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,549).
Area Profile
10,663
Population
$119,549
Median Income
+60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 47.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,678
Median Gross Rent
$490 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$260 K 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 $119,549. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+60% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
01776
3.8 mi
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$234,634
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01775
3.9 mi
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$177,862
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01720
4.2 mi
Pop: 23,322
$154,101
Walk: 7.3
01719
6.1 mi
Pop: 5,468
$151,000
Walk: 6.2
01749
6.7 mi
Pop: 19,959
$107,202
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01742
6.8 mi
Pop: 18,337
$211,435
Walk: 9.2
01718
6.9 mi
Pop: 528
$125,972
01701
7.4 mi
Pop: 32,270
$127,000
Walk: 9.7
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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