Nursing Care Facilities Market: ZIP 98226
Opportunity Score
51
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98226 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 45,739 and household incomes above the national median ($79,684). There are 3 nursing care facilities operations in ZIP 98226.
Area Profile
45,739
Population
$79,684
Median Income
+7% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Nursing Care Facilities and related businesses in ZIP 98226.
3
Nursing Care Facilities
Low competition — room to establish
0.7 per 10K residents
7
Home Health Agencies
1.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Nursing Care Facilities are 30.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 98226 (3 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,570
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,557
Median Gross Rent
$570 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$1.8 M deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Nursing Care Facilities
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 14
vs. National Average
Median Income
+7% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
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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