Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 08551
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 08551 is an urban area. with a population of 5,950 and household incomes well above the national median ($154,966).
Area Profile
5,950
Population
$154,966
Median Income
+108% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 49.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 44.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,030
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,125
Median Gross Rent
$580 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$67 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in New Jersey
- 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 $154,966. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+108% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
08525
5.2 mi
Pop: 4,567
$157,868
Walk: 9.7
08822
5.5 mi
Pop: 32,002
$137,698
Walk: 7.4
08887
5.9 mi
Pop: 1,377
$104,091
Walk: 6.1
08530
7.3 mi
Pop: 8,146
$121,667
Walk: 10.0
08853
8.6 mi
Pop: 5,415
$213,074
08534
8.7 mi
Pop: 13,174
$180,491
Walk: 13.5
08560
9.2 mi
Pop: 3,334
$126,726
Walk: 6.1
08558
9.5 mi
Pop: 7,236
$240,968
Walk: 6.8
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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