Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 02130
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02130 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 41,109 and household incomes well above the national median ($130,533). There are 4 nursing care facilities operations in ZIP 02130.
Area Profile
41,109
Population
$130,533
Median Income
+75% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 34.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 56.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 02130.
4
Nursing Care Facilities
Low competition — room to establish
1.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,434
Median Gross Rent
$760 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$780 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 $130,533. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Nursing Care Facilities
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+75% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.5 pts vs. national avg
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02131
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02120
2.0 mi
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$61,472
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02119
2.2 mi
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02446
2.5 mi
Pop: 31,109
$127,519
Walk: 16.4
02115
2.5 mi
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Walk: 14.2
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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