Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 35907
Opportunity Score
74
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 35907 is an urban area. with a population of 9,299 and household incomes near the national median ($73,790).
Area Profile
9,299
Population
$73,790
Median Income
-1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,131
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$73 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
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-1% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
35906
5.9 mi
Pop: 10,443
$58,896
Walk: 7.3
36271
7.6 mi
Pop: 5,991
$56,442
Walk: 3.9
35905
8.2 mi
Pop: 6,308
$65,505
Walk: 6.5
36279
8.9 mi
Pop: 3,290
$56,839
Walk: 3.5
35953
12.1 mi
Pop: 7,020
$69,415
36250
12.2 mi
Pop: 4,132
$83,438
Walk: 4.8
35901
12.3 mi
Pop: 19,186
$47,826
Walk: 7.7
35904
12.5 mi
Pop: 13,571
$40,915
Walk: 7.1
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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