Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 01718
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 01718 is an urban area. with a population of 528 and household incomes well above the national median ($125,972).
Area Profile
528
Population
$125,972
Median Income
+69% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 49.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Massachusetts
- Licensing comes first. State childcare licensing takes 3-6 months in most states. Start that paperwork before you sign a lease.
- Staff-to-child ratios are set by law and they dictate your entire cost structure. Know your state's ratios before building a financial model.
- Location matters more than marketing. Parents pick daycares within 10 minutes of home or work. Proximity to commuter routes beats a nice website.
- Insurance costs $3,000-$10,000/year depending on your state and capacity. Get quotes early. Some carriers won't cover home-based operations.
- The median income here is $125,972. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+69% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
01720
2.7 mi
Pop: 23,322
$154,101
Walk: 7.3
01460
4.3 mi
Pop: 10,150
$146,250
Walk: 7.4
01886
4.4 mi
Pop: 24,584
$181,523
Walk: 6.9
01741
4.9 mi
Pop: 5,209
$250,001
Walk: 5.3
01742
6.1 mi
Pop: 18,337
$211,435
Walk: 9.2
01719
6.8 mi
Pop: 5,468
$151,000
Walk: 6.2
01754
6.9 mi
Pop: 10,663
$119,549
Walk: 7.2
01824
7.0 mi
Pop: 26,628
$141,337
Walk: 10.1
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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