Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 29519
Opportunity Score
4
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29519 is an urban area. with a population of 321 and household incomes below the national median ($13,156).
Area Profile
321
Population
$13,156
Median Income
-82% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 32.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 0.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in South Carolina
- 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.
- Median income sits at $13,156. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-82% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
29589
6.5 mi
Pop: 40
Walk: 7.2
29546
9.2 mi
Pop: 2,574
$31,920
Walk: 2.6
29571
9.3 mi
Pop: 13,788
$35,340
29544
9.7 mi
Pop: 7,616
$73,338
Walk: 4.1
29574
12.4 mi
Pop: 9,383
$32,699
Walk: 5.6
29555
13.8 mi
Pop: 5,804
$61,144
Walk: 5.4
29583
14.8 mi
Pop: 5,318
$40,000
Walk: 2.3
29511
16.7 mi
Pop: 6,723
$72,944
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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