Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 44082
Opportunity Score
28
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 44082 is an urban area. with a population of 1,544 and household incomes below the national median ($43,917).
Area Profile
1,544
Population
$43,917
Median Income
-41% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 1.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,049
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Ohio
- 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 $43,917. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-41% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
44048
7.9 mi
Pop: 2,336
$63,712
Walk: 7.6
44032
9.5 mi
Pop: 2,254
$54,613
44030
9.8 mi
Pop: 16,317
$57,264
Walk: 7.5
44003
10.2 mi
Pop: 4,379
$53,690
16424
10.7 mi
Pop: 4,328
$56,285
Walk: 5.0
44047
11.8 mi
Pop: 8,379
$59,720
Walk: 6.8
44068
12.6 mi
Pop: 132
$56,875
Walk: 4.7
16435
13.4 mi
Pop: 1,678
$56,400
Walk: 4.4
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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