Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 20008
Opportunity Score
92
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 20008 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 28,743 and household incomes well above the national median ($123,653).
Area Profile
28,743
Population
$123,653
Median Income
+66% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 39.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 71.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,202
Median Gross Rent
$890 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$270 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in District of Columbia
- 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 $123,653. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+66% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
20009
1.8 mi
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20010
1.9 mi
Pop: 31,591
$110,260
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20057
2.1 mi
Pop: 2,835
Walk: 13.2
20542
2.2 mi
Pop: 0
20016
2.2 mi
Pop: 31,668
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20015
2.2 mi
Pop: 15,413
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Walk: 13.4
20036
2.3 mi
Pop: 4,635
$105,800
Walk: 17.5
20427
2.4 mi
Pop: 0
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