Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 20012
Opportunity Score
91
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 20012 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 17,662 and household incomes well above the national median ($128,234).
Area Profile
17,662
Population
$128,234
Median Income
+72% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 41.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 20012.
10
Home Health Agencies
5.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,800
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,638
Median Gross Rent
$840 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$240 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 $128,234. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+72% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
20910
1.7 mi
Pop: 45,096
$107,994
Walk: 13.6
20011
1.9 mi
Pop: 66,951
$108,377
Walk: 14.7
20912
2.1 mi
Pop: 25,428
$82,097
Walk: 14.5
20015
2.1 mi
Pop: 15,413
$250,001
Walk: 13.4
20542
2.6 mi
Pop: 0
20010
3.2 mi
Pop: 31,591
$110,260
Walk: 14.7
20317
3.3 mi
Pop: 0
20901
3.3 mi
Pop: 37,338
$127,133
Walk: 13.8
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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