Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 02139
Opportunity Score
93
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02139 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 39,609 and household incomes well above the national median ($124,648).
Area Profile
39,609
Population
$124,648
Median Income
+67% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 29.9 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 52.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,710
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,613
Median Gross Rent
$1.1 M
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$2.5 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 $124,648. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+67% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02215
1.0 mi
Pop: 24,054
$65,827
Walk: 15.4
02143
1.4 mi
Pop: 25,161
$126,102
Walk: 16.2
02142
1.5 mi
Pop: 4,349
$168,788
Walk: 15.9
02141
1.5 mi
Pop: 14,677
$120,542
Walk: 16.0
02163
1.6 mi
Pop: 1,852
$74,028
02199
1.7 mi
Pop: 1,253
$118,367
Walk: 18.1
02115
1.7 mi
Pop: 28,621
$53,398
Walk: 15.6
02134
1.9 mi
Pop: 17,637
$75,317
Walk: 14.5
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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