Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 68028
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 68028 is an urban area. with a population of 17,248 and household incomes well above the national median ($141,356).
Area Profile
17,248
Population
$141,356
Median Income
+90% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 33.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 32.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,434
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$360 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Nebraska
- 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 $141,356. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+90% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
68136
6.5 mi
Pop: 21,265
$126,483
Walk: 7.9
68058
7.2 mi
Pop: 352
$129,479
68059
7.7 mi
Pop: 3,354
$97,210
Walk: 5.5
68135
8.3 mi
Pop: 30,009
$139,563
Walk: 8.5
68003
8.6 mi
Pop: 4,953
$90,714
68138
9.5 mi
Pop: 11,638
$82,555
Walk: 7.6
68130
9.8 mi
Pop: 21,428
$134,421
Walk: 9.8
68069
10.0 mi
Pop: 3,100
$113,442
Walk: 6.1
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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