Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 20839
Opportunity Score
42
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 20839 is an urban area. with a population of 116 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,250).
Area Profile
116
Population
$101,250
Median Income
+36% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 53.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,030
2BR Fair Market Rent
$900 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Maryland
- 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 $101,250. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+36% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
20842
1.7 mi
Pop: 2,093
$166,389
Walk: 8.6
20837
4.8 mi
Pop: 6,605
$191,927
20838
5.1 mi
Pop: 409
$223,571
20176
7.1 mi
Pop: 50,002
$166,870
Walk: 8.3
21790
7.5 mi
Pop: 38
Walk: 5.3
20841
7.5 mi
Pop: 9,706
$184,276
Walk: 11.5
21710
8.7 mi
Pop: 4,901
$164,727
20165
9.0 mi
Pop: 34,210
$185,594
Walk: 7.0
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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