Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 35621
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35621 is an suburban area. with a population of 3,292 and household incomes above the national median ($82,167).
Area Profile
3,292
Population
$82,167
Median Income
+10% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,230
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,029
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$57 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Alabama
- 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
- Suburban
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+10% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
35019
6.8 mi
Pop: 2,497
$61,470
35058
6.8 mi
Pop: 11,003
$59,950
35670
8.9 mi
Pop: 7,116
$48,531
Walk: 4.5
35087
10.0 mi
Pop: 2,338
$49,879
Walk: 6.6
35622
11.9 mi
Pop: 6,532
$53,354
Walk: 4.1
35083
12.8 mi
Pop: 4,276
$58,056
Walk: 4.1
35055
12.9 mi
Pop: 23,231
$58,488
Walk: 9.8
35775
14.4 mi
Pop: 395
$43,935
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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