Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 37085
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 37085 is an urban area. with a population of 6,102 and household incomes well above the national median ($123,469).
Area Profile
6,102
Population
$123,469
Median Income
+66% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$410 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Tennessee
- 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.
- The median income here is $123,469. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+66% vs. $74,580
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37132
9.2 mi
Pop: 2,698
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37090
11.3 mi
Pop: 17,929
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37016
11.4 mi
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37149
11.6 mi
Pop: 2,575
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37129
12.0 mi
Pop: 60,615
$89,772
Walk: 7.1
37127
12.4 mi
Pop: 22,029
$85,947
Walk: 4.4
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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