Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 38855
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38855 is an suburban area. with a population of 5,298 and household incomes above the national median ($76,000).
Area Profile
5,298
Population
$76,000
Median Income
+2% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 42.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 7.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$854
Median Gross Rent
$130 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$84 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Mississippi
- 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
- Suburban
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+2% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
38857
6.8 mi
Pop: 4,403
$102,571
38843
8.6 mi
Pop: 12,275
$59,785
Walk: 7.2
38856
10.1 mi
Pop: 1,442
$71,250
38804
13.3 mi
Pop: 16,920
$63,837
Walk: 10.0
38866
13.8 mi
Pop: 11,714
$69,971
Walk: 4.5
38862
14.3 mi
Pop: 2,000
$51,688
Walk: 6.1
38859
15.5 mi
Pop: 623
$65,980
38824
17.3 mi
Pop: 7,900
$46,753
Walk: 8.2
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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