Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 02481
Opportunity Score
85
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02481 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 17,262 and household incomes well above the national median ($250,001).
Area Profile
17,262
Population
$250,001
Median Income
+235% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 49.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 02481.
4
Home Health Agencies
2.3 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$3,064
Median Gross Rent
$1.6 M
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.7 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 $250,001. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+235% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02457
0.9 mi
Pop: 1,886
02482
1.8 mi
Pop: 10,758
$240,069
Walk: 11.4
02462
2.1 mi
Pop: 1,459
$210,682
02466
3.2 mi
Pop: 8,553
$170,852
Walk: 14.6
02494
3.3 mi
Pop: 10,578
$173,750
Walk: 11.3
02492
3.3 mi
Pop: 21,481
$222,063
Walk: 9.6
02468
3.4 mi
Pop: 5,901
$250,001
Walk: 13.0
02493
3.9 mi
Pop: 11,443
$250,001
Walk: 7.1
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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