Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 36609
Opportunity Score
45
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36609 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 24,091 and household incomes below the national median ($49,724). There are 4 daycare centers operations in ZIP 36609.
Area Profile
24,091
Population
$49,724
Median Income
-33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 36609.
4
Daycare Centers
Low competition — room to establish
1.7 per 10K residents
3
Schools
1.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Daycare Centers are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 36609 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,072
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$300 K deposits
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Daycare Centers
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-33% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
36693
2.6 mi
Pop: 18,257
$69,580
Walk: 7.3
36688
3.0 mi
Pop: 2,083
Walk: 5.2
36606
4.0 mi
Pop: 19,189
$49,561
Walk: 8.3
36607
4.8 mi
Pop: 5,529
$40,681
Walk: 10.0
36619
5.0 mi
Pop: 14,550
$60,939
Walk: 6.8
36618
5.3 mi
Pop: 17,438
$59,075
Walk: 6.8
36617
6.1 mi
Pop: 11,952
$39,922
Walk: 7.4
36652
6.2 mi
Pop: 62
Walk: 7.9
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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