Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 05736
Opportunity Score
14
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 05736 is an suburban area. with a population of 490 and household incomes below the national median ($43,523).
Area Profile
490
Population
$43,523
Median Income
-42% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 42.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 19.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,320
2BR Fair Market Rent
$986
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Vermont
- 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.
- Median income sits at $43,523. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-42% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
05765
3.1 mi
Pop: 1,802
$65,000
Walk: 11.3
05777
4.3 mi
Pop: 3,237
$60,821
Walk: 5.7
05759
6.3 mi
Pop: 2,067
$59,948
Walk: 7.6
05701
7.3 mi
Pop: 20,142
$58,744
Walk: 14.3
05744
7.5 mi
Pop: 459
$70,750
05763
8.5 mi
Pop: 3,099
$67,474
Walk: 5.6
05735
10.6 mi
Pop: 3,632
$76,816
05757
11.5 mi
Pop: 774
$71,333
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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