Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 36057
Opportunity Score
4
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36057 is an urban area.
Area Profile
144
Population
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 16.6 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
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
Nearby Markets
36117
4.4 mi
Pop: 52,608
$72,237
Walk: 10.7
36064
4.9 mi
Pop: 13,849
$121,640
36093
8.9 mi
Pop: 11,699
$122,115
Walk: 5.0
36013
9.0 mi
Pop: 180
$139,853
36109
10.6 mi
Pop: 24,093
$61,059
Walk: 13.2
36075
11.1 mi
Pop: 1,895
$49,602
Walk: 3.4
36114
11.3 mi
Pop: 0
36115
11.4 mi
Pop: 1,112
$84,327
Walk: 11.5
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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