Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 36602
Opportunity Score
14
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36602 is an urban area. with a population of 897 and household incomes below the national median ($35,000).
Area Profile
897
Population
$35,000
Median Income
-53% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 61.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 41.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 36602.
3
Home Health Agencies
33.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$596
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$2.3 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Alabama
- 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.
- Median income sits at $35,000. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 14
vs. National Average
Median Income
-53% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
36603
1.3 mi
Pop: 7,805
$27,083
Walk: 8.2
36604
2.2 mi
Pop: 9,050
$60,750
Walk: 10.8
36652
2.8 mi
Pop: 62
Walk: 7.9
36610
3.5 mi
Pop: 9,692
$27,098
Walk: 8.0
36617
4.0 mi
Pop: 11,952
$39,922
Walk: 7.4
36607
4.5 mi
Pop: 5,529
$40,681
Walk: 10.0
36606
4.9 mi
Pop: 19,189
$49,561
Walk: 8.3
36615
5.1 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 7.2
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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