Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 52748
Opportunity Score
90
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 52748 is an urban area. with a population of 9,890 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,600).
Area Profile
9,890
Population
$103,600
Median Income
+39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 34.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$905
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$190 K 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.
- The median income here is $103,600. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+39% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
52756
4.5 mi
Pop: 1,693
$119,044
52807
4.6 mi
Pop: 15,895
$71,866
Walk: 7.4
52806
7.2 mi
Pop: 27,695
$73,682
Walk: 7.5
52746
8.7 mi
Pop: 1,198
$113,816
52722
8.8 mi
Pop: 40,878
$105,763
Walk: 8.7
52803
8.8 mi
Pop: 21,868
$61,082
Walk: 8.9
52758
9.7 mi
Pop: 265
$65,625
52801
10.1 mi
Pop: 1,670
$22,217
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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