Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 04038
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 04038 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 18,192 and household incomes well above the national median ($110,181).
Area Profile
18,192
Population
$110,181
Median Income
+48% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 29.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,860
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,567
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$570 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Maine
- 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 $110,181. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+48% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
04093
6.9 mi
Pop: 8,451
$85,208
04092
7.6 mi
Pop: 20,484
$85,868
Walk: 12.1
04062
7.6 mi
Pop: 19,041
$98,946
Walk: 5.6
04084
8.3 mi
Pop: 7,695
$103,086
Walk: 5.9
04074
10.2 mi
Pop: 22,527
$125,642
Walk: 7.5
04072
10.4 mi
Pop: 20,636
$84,328
Walk: 6.3
04042
11.5 mi
Pop: 4,824
$81,250
Walk: 5.4
04102
11.9 mi
Pop: 17,642
$79,631
Walk: 15.4
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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