Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 68516
Opportunity Score
81
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 68516 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 47,389 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,093).
Area Profile
47,389
Population
$100,093
Median Income
+34% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 36.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 68516.
9
Home Health Agencies
1.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,213
Median Gross Rent
$330 K
Median Home Value
22
Bank Branches
$2.4 M 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 $100,093. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 22
vs. National Average
Median Income
+34% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
68506
3.4 mi
Pop: 27,909
$70,501
Walk: 16.1
68526
4.2 mi
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$117,447
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68512
4.3 mi
Pop: 13,668
$101,828
Walk: 13.8
68430
4.4 mi
Pop: 1,661
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68510
5.0 mi
Pop: 19,534
$64,183
Walk: 14.5
68502
5.2 mi
Pop: 25,571
$65,825
Walk: 13.8
68505
6.4 mi
Pop: 18,185
$71,966
Walk: 14.6
68503
6.5 mi
Pop: 15,625
$50,886
Walk: 15.8
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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