Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 21666
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 21666 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,205 and household incomes well above the national median ($130,426). There are 7 daycare centers operations in ZIP 21666.
Area Profile
14,205
Population
$130,426
Median Income
+75% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
6.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 21666.
7
Daycare Centers
Moderate — proven market
4.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,755
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$510 K deposits
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 $130,426. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Daycare Centers
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+75% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
21619
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21624
8.4 mi
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21638
8.8 mi
Pop: 5,068
$130,804
21409
9.1 mi
Pop: 20,175
$146,667
Walk: 8.0
21402
9.9 mi
Pop: 2,390
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21647
10.5 mi
Pop: 412
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21403
10.6 mi
Pop: 32,757
$115,068
Walk: 12.0
21676
10.8 mi
Pop: 300
$112,862
Walk: 6.0
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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