Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 29639
Opportunity Score
36
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29639 is an urban area. with a population of 1,917 and household incomes near the national median ($50,924).
Area Profile
1,917
Population
$50,924
Median Income
-32% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 22.1 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 11.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$934
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$25 K 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-32% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
29638
7.5 mi
Pop: 3,669
$65,071
29620
8.4 mi
Pop: 12,116
$54,784
29654
11.2 mi
Pop: 9,998
$62,128
Walk: 6.0
29653
13.5 mi
Pop: 3,894
$52,375
Walk: 5.6
29655
14.3 mi
Pop: 8,078
$55,305
Walk: 3.9
29627
15.2 mi
Pop: 16,518
$57,353
Walk: 7.2
29659
16.2 mi
Pop: 120
Walk: 3.4
29624
16.3 mi
Pop: 14,490
$31,808
Walk: 7.9
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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