Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 44861
Opportunity Score
12
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 44861 is an suburban area. with a population of 120 and household incomes below the national median ($47,448).
Area Profile
120
Population
$47,448
Median Income
-36% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 50.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 25.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$950
2BR Fair Market Rent
1
Bank Branches
$34 K deposits
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-36% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
44836
5.8 mi
Pop: 2,450
$76,144
Walk: 4.7
44815
6.4 mi
Pop: 762
$62,794
43407
7.5 mi
Pop: 440
$69,602
43420
8.3 mi
Pop: 29,400
$62,802
Walk: 8.5
44883
8.4 mi
Pop: 28,554
$62,497
Walk: 6.5
44841
11.4 mi
Pop: 590
$71,250
Walk: 4.1
44809
12.7 mi
Pop: 103
$88,529
43435
12.8 mi
Pop: 1,410
$86,413
Walk: 6.3
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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