Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 38879
Opportunity Score
13
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38879 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. There are 3 daycare centers operations in ZIP 38879.
Area Profile
37
Population
Suburban
Area Type
5.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 72.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 0.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 38879.
3
Daycare Centers
Low competition — room to establish
810.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,120
2BR Fair Market Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$16 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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Daycare Centers
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Walkability
-4.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
38801
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38868
5.2 mi
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38862
6.4 mi
Pop: 2,000
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38804
6.5 mi
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38857
11.2 mi
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38826
12.0 mi
Pop: 5,711
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Walk: 5.1
38866
12.1 mi
Pop: 11,714
$69,971
Walk: 4.5
38869
14.0 mi
Pop: 297
$61,563
Walk: 4.2
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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