Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 70447
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 70447 is an urban area. with a population of 17,473 and household incomes well above the national median ($123,841).
Area Profile
17,473
Population
$123,841
Median Income
+66% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 34.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,182
Median Gross Rent
$390 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$17 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Louisiana
- 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 $123,841. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+66% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
70433
5.4 mi
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$79,354
Walk: 9.3
70457
9.8 mi
Pop: 131
70471
10.1 mi
Pop: 23,745
$96,510
Walk: 7.3
70455
11.0 mi
Pop: 2,456
$54,720
70454
11.2 mi
Pop: 33,220
$70,560
Walk: 5.7
70435
11.6 mi
Pop: 21,525
$81,318
Walk: 5.3
70448
12.3 mi
Pop: 25,851
$88,929
Walk: 8.1
70437
13.7 mi
Pop: 7,696
$66,154
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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