Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 29926
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29926 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 25,174 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,573).
Area Profile
25,174
Population
$101,573
Median Income
+36% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 57.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 41.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 29926.
4
Home Health Agencies
1.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,448
Median Gross Rent
$600 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$1.3 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in South Carolina
- 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 $101,573. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+36% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
29928
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$97,979
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29902
6.6 mi
Pop: 16,916
$72,564
29905
8.5 mi
Pop: 1,409
Walk: 5.2
29909
10.4 mi
Pop: 23,929
$91,376
Walk: 5.2
29935
10.4 mi
Pop: 4,030
$64,631
Walk: 9.1
29910
11.2 mi
Pop: 50,173
$96,122
Walk: 7.0
29915
12.0 mi
Pop: 636
$153,821
Walk: 4.2
29906
14.4 mi
Pop: 26,562
$61,350
Walk: 6.6
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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