Home › ZIP 35957

Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 35957

Opportunity Score

55 / 100 Fair

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 35957 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 16,672 and household incomes near the national median ($53,859).

16,672

Population

$53,859

Median Income

-28% vs. national

Suburban

Area Type

7.0/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 8.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,130

2BR Fair Market Rent

$679

Median Gross Rent

$140 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$460 K deposits

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.