Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 19943
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19943 is an urban area. with a population of 13,167 and household incomes above the national median ($77,247).
Area Profile
13,167
Population
$77,247
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 45.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 23.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,340
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,262
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$87 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Delaware
- 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
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
19979
3.8 mi
Pop: 503
$95,325
19980
5.4 mi
Pop: 118
$84,079
Walk: 4.9
19934
5.7 mi
Pop: 13,579
$79,100
Walk: 12.3
19952
6.1 mi
Pop: 10,730
$78,333
Walk: 2.3
19962
9.3 mi
Pop: 12,618
$107,868
19954
9.5 mi
Pop: 1,728
$61,823
Walk: 9.8
19964
10.3 mi
Pop: 1,570
$95,250
Walk: 3.9
19946
11.1 mi
Pop: 5,508
$76,213
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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