Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 36576
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36576 is an urban area. with a population of 4,964 and household incomes above the national median ($78,227).
Area Profile
4,964
Population
$78,227
Median Income
+5% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 38.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 15.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,230
2BR Fair Market Rent
$985
Median Gross Rent
$240 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$34 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
+5% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
36580
5.2 mi
Pop: 7,025
$59,138
Walk: 5.8
36532
7.3 mi
Pop: 37,121
$86,026
Walk: 8.2
36551
7.9 mi
Pop: 12,915
$68,625
Walk: 6.6
36555
8.5 mi
Pop: 1,234
$93,583
36526
9.2 mi
Pop: 34,552
$90,733
36535
10.1 mi
Pop: 38,401
$67,013
Walk: 9.2
36559
10.2 mi
Pop: 350
$54,050
Walk: 9.3
36564
11.0 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 4.7
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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