Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 52401
Opportunity Score
34
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 52401 is an urban area. with a population of 2,192 and household incomes below the national median ($40,675).
Area Profile
2,192
Population
$40,675
Median Income
-45% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 29.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$920
2BR Fair Market Rent
$783
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$2.4 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Iowa
- 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 $40,675. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-45% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
52402
3.3 mi
Pop: 43,076
$71,319
Walk: 14.6
52404
4.1 mi
Pop: 42,582
$62,304
Walk: 10.4
52233
5.4 mi
Pop: 7,008
$66,497
Walk: 13.4
52405
6.0 mi
Pop: 25,889
$65,352
Walk: 13.5
52403
6.5 mi
Pop: 23,023
$73,848
Walk: 13.0
52328
6.7 mi
Pop: 2,861
$132,833
52411
7.3 mi
Pop: 8,357
$164,972
Walk: 8.9
52227
8.3 mi
Pop: 2,864
$111,000
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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