Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 02465
Opportunity Score
93
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02465 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 11,297 and household incomes well above the national median ($174,518).
Area Profile
11,297
Population
$174,518
Median Income
+134% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 43.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 56.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,251
Median Gross Rent
$1.1 M
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$140 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 $174,518. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+134% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02460
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02468
1.4 mi
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02466
1.4 mi
Pop: 8,553
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02453
1.6 mi
Pop: 30,314
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02462
2.3 mi
Pop: 1,459
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02461
2.6 mi
Pop: 6,717
$207,292
Walk: 15.2
02464
2.6 mi
Pop: 3,730
$125,846
Walk: 17.6
02458
2.7 mi
Pop: 13,308
$151,782
Walk: 14.8
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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