Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 37643
Opportunity Score
43
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 37643 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 33,690 and household incomes near the national median ($50,455). There are 5 daycare centers operations in ZIP 37643.
Area Profile
33,690
Population
$50,455
Median Income
-32% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 15.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 37643.
5
Daycare Centers
Low competition — room to establish
1.5 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$733
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$820 K deposits
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Daycare Centers
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
-32% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
37658
7.9 mi
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37618
8.6 mi
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37640
10.6 mi
Pop: 3,343
$47,404
37694
10.8 mi
Pop: 1,738
$60,125
Walk: 4.4
37620
12.5 mi
Pop: 38,330
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Walk: 5.9
37682
12.7 mi
Pop: 513
Walk: 5.2
37687
13.3 mi
Pop: 4,379
$45,660
Walk: 3.1
37601
13.7 mi
Pop: 38,622
$49,658
Walk: 7.8
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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