Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 02144
Opportunity Score
95
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02144 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 25,009 and household incomes well above the national median ($140,591).
Area Profile
25,009
Population
$140,591
Median Income
+89% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 32.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 56.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,320
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,654
Median Gross Rent
$990 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.3 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 $140,591. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+89% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+6.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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02138
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02155
2.0 mi
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02143
2.2 mi
Pop: 25,161
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02163
2.3 mi
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02145
2.4 mi
Pop: 27,929
$119,167
Walk: 15.5
02474
2.7 mi
Pop: 28,283
$139,199
Walk: 14.4
02134
2.9 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