Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 21793
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 21793 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 10,914 and household incomes well above the national median ($128,504). There are 3 daycare centers operations in ZIP 21793.
Area Profile
10,914
Population
$128,504
Median Income
+72% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 27.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 21793.
3
Daycare Centers
Low competition — room to establish
2.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,489
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$290 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 $128,504. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Daycare Centers
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+72% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
21701
3.2 mi
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Walk: 14.2
21798
4.8 mi
Pop: 2,765
$125,583
Walk: 4.9
21762
6.6 mi
Pop: 176
21702
6.9 mi
Pop: 47,437
$104,659
Walk: 11.2
21705
7.2 mi
Pop: 4
Walk: 15.4
21774
7.3 mi
Pop: 16,515
$171,875
Walk: 5.4
21788
8.5 mi
Pop: 11,919
$93,717
Walk: 6.7
21778
8.8 mi
Pop: 840
$110,489
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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