Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 25405
Opportunity Score
84
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 25405 is an urban area. with a population of 14,993 and household incomes above the national median ($90,962).
Area Profile
14,993
Population
$90,962
Median Income
+22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 14.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,549
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$42 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in West Virginia
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+22% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
25401
3.4 mi
Pop: 15,661
$49,157
Walk: 9.6
25428
4.6 mi
Pop: 13,690
$80,329
25403
5.7 mi
Pop: 15,865
$82,190
25430
5.9 mi
Pop: 8,215
$86,808
25404
7.2 mi
Pop: 22,809
$68,897
Walk: 11.5
25438
9.0 mi
Pop: 7,356
$82,825
Walk: 10.2
25442
9.3 mi
Pop: 2,918
$120,217
Walk: 6.2
25413
9.4 mi
Pop: 8,964
$95,000
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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