DaycareCalc
Showing results for ZIP 46208 (IN)
Home ZIP 40202

Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 40202

Opportunity Score
37 / 100 Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 40202 is an urban area. with a population of 7,109 and household incomes below the national median ($29,382). There are 3 daycare centers operations in ZIP 40202.

Area Profile

7,109
Population
$29,382
Median Income
-61% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 39.9 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 40202.

3
Daycare Centers
Low competition — room to establish
4.2 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,400
2BR Fair Market Rent
$881
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$10 M deposits

Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Kentucky

  • 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.
  • Median income sits at $29,382. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits