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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 02543

Opportunity Score

37 / 100 Challenging

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 02543 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 810 and household incomes near the national median ($73,611).

810

Population

$73,611

Median Income

-1% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

8.4/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 68.5 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 82.1% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,960

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,206

Median Gross Rent

$910 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$25 K deposits

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.