Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 37305
Opportunity Score
22
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 37305 is an rural area. with a population of 913 and household incomes below the national median ($47,375).
Area Profile
913
Population
$47,375
Median Income
-36% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 46.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 3.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$920
2BR Fair Market Rent
$79 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
-36% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
37313
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37301
7.0 mi
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37339
7.5 mi
Pop: 1,499
$50,896
37366
12.1 mi
Pop: 1,041
$60,050
Walk: 4.1
37394
12.3 mi
Pop: 99
$48,750
Walk: 4.6
37387
12.7 mi
Pop: 3,982
$57,188
Walk: 5.2
37110
13.2 mi
Pop: 33,772
$53,135
Walk: 6.5
37365
14.2 mi
Pop: 1,729
$50,962
Walk: 4.1
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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