Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 74956
Opportunity Score
36
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 74956 is an rural area. with a population of 1,959 and household incomes near the national median ($50,125).
Area Profile
1,959
Population
$50,125
Median Income
-33% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 42.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 7.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$824
Median Gross Rent
$120 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Elder Care Business in Oklahoma
- 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
-33% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
74930
6.1 mi
Pop: 1,697
$45,880
74951
9.2 mi
Pop: 1,559
$50,813
74935
13.2 mi
Pop: 179
$36,250
74941
13.7 mi
Pop: 2,452
$53,125
Walk: 3.3
74940
14.1 mi
Pop: 2,494
$51,833
74953
14.6 mi
Pop: 12,284
$54,625
Walk: 6.5
74966
15.4 mi
Pop: 3,540
$53,324
Walk: 4.4
74959
15.9 mi
Pop: 6,156
$53,622
Walk: 4.7
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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