Local Market Forecasting Health Forecasts has selected 510 geographic definitions for its local forecasting models. Every zip code in the nation is assigned to one of the 510 local markets. 
For years, forecasters have simply followed the federal data outline and provided forecasts for individual zip codes using the national NHDS values or the four multi-state regional values. | Our Competitors have: 4 Local Markets | Health Forecasts has: 510 Local Markets |  |  | Health Forecasts' 510 local markets compile the most comprehensive data resources at the local market level in order to produce a solid foundation for local market forecasts at the zip code level. The result is more accurate local forecasts. |