Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 04346
Opportunity Score
30
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 04346 is an suburban area. with a population of 1,479 and household incomes near the national median ($52,917).
Area Profile
1,479
Population
$52,917
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 49.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,270
2BR Fair Market Rent
$779
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$23 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Maine
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-29% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
04359
4.0 mi
Pop: 375
$120,652
Walk: 7.0
04345
4.1 mi
Pop: 12,363
$68,844
Walk: 7.1
04344
5.5 mi
Pop: 3,001
$60,000
04347
5.8 mi
Pop: 2,570
$58,811
Walk: 9.5
04330
7.9 mi
Pop: 26,517
$55,158
Walk: 8.1
04353
9.5 mi
Pop: 2,343
$73,750
Walk: 4.8
04357
9.9 mi
Pop: 3,555
$66,667
Walk: 6.4
04342
10.5 mi
Pop: 1,639
$78,150
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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