Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 12008
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 12008 is an urban area. with a population of 610 and household incomes well above the national median ($140,594).
Area Profile
610
Population
$140,594
Median Income
+89% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 27.5 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 26.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,500
2BR Fair Market Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in New York
- 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 $140,594. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+89% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
12308
2.4 mi
Pop: 13,985
$59,789
Walk: 13.6
12307
3.8 mi
Pop: 7,977
$33,191
Walk: 13.8
12305
4.2 mi
Pop: 7,764
$50,308
Walk: 15.0
12148
4.4 mi
Pop: 4,121
$135,694
Walk: 5.7
12027
4.7 mi
Pop: 4,706
$106,500
12309
4.7 mi
Pop: 32,996
$119,830
Walk: 11.2
12302
5.5 mi
Pop: 27,470
$94,156
Walk: 8.6
12304
5.5 mi
Pop: 22,027
$67,688
Walk: 11.4
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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