Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 21218
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 21218 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 44,903 and household incomes near the national median ($58,378). There are 7 daycare centers operations in ZIP 21218.
Area Profile
44,903
Population
$58,378
Median Income
-22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 28.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 21218.
7
Daycare Centers
Moderate — proven market
1.6 per 10K residents
6
Schools
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Daycare Centers are 53.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 21218 (7 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,750
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,239
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$510 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Daycare Centers
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
21251
2.0 mi
Pop: 249
Walk: 11.7
21213
2.0 mi
Pop: 27,881
$50,031
Walk: 14.1
21287
2.3 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 15.4
21202
2.3 mi
Pop: 21,506
$61,578
Walk: 18.3
21211
2.6 mi
Pop: 15,481
$81,467
Walk: 16.0
21239
2.6 mi
Pop: 28,635
$64,288
Walk: 13.0
21233
2.6 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 16.8
21212
2.7 mi
Pop: 33,425
$96,752
Walk: 13.4
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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