Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 20143
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 20143 is an urban area. with a population of 744 and household incomes well above the national median ($178,125).
Area Profile
744
Population
$178,125
Median Income
+139% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 38.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1 M
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in District of Columbia
- 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 $178,125. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+139% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
20152
3.4 mi
Pop: 36,453
$191,392
Walk: 9.3
20169
5.5 mi
Pop: 28,696
$198,317
Walk: 7.1
20120
5.5 mi
Pop: 42,917
$149,844
Walk: 11.4
20109
6.0 mi
Pop: 44,161
$88,966
Walk: 10.7
20105
6.1 mi
Pop: 35,539
$202,775
20155
6.3 mi
Pop: 37,516
$154,531
Walk: 6.9
20121
8.2 mi
Pop: 27,507
$133,024
Walk: 10.8
20151
8.3 mi
Pop: 22,502
$143,422
Walk: 10.8
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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