Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 38828
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38828 is an suburban area. with a population of 4,532 and household incomes near the national median ($54,507).
Area Profile
4,532
Population
$54,507
Median Income
-27% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 34.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$894
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$33 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Mississippi
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-27% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
38869
5.1 mi
Pop: 297
$61,563
Walk: 4.2
38826
8.4 mi
Pop: 5,711
$76,946
Walk: 5.1
38652
10.1 mi
Pop: 15,540
$54,321
Walk: 5.9
38849
11.9 mi
Pop: 5,874
$72,018
Walk: 3.2
38841
12.0 mi
Pop: 4,057
$54,684
Walk: 2.5
38625
13.3 mi
Pop: 1,875
$37,232
38866
13.3 mi
Pop: 11,714
$69,971
Walk: 4.5
38801
15.2 mi
Pop: 29,817
$63,447
Walk: 7.9
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits