Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 29613
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29613 is an urban area.
Area Profile
2,301
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 20.1 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,170
2BR Fair Market Rent
1
Bank Branches
$0 deposits
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
Nearby Markets
29617
1.9 mi
Pop: 26,801
$54,146
Walk: 11.6
29609
3.7 mi
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29601
5.9 mi
Pop: 13,452
$73,321
Walk: 17.7
29614
6.4 mi
Pop: 1,904
Walk: 13.8
29611
6.6 mi
Pop: 33,387
$47,046
Walk: 11.3
29683
8.1 mi
Pop: 337
Walk: 5.9
29687
8.9 mi
Pop: 43,577
$73,379
Walk: 8.2
29690
9.5 mi
Pop: 25,747
$66,544
Walk: 5.8
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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