Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 46074
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46074 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 46,042 and household incomes well above the national median ($123,580). There are 12 daycare centers operations in ZIP 46074.
Area Profile
46,042
Population
$123,580
Median Income
+66% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 39.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 46074.
12
Daycare Centers
Moderate — proven market
2.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,580
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,550
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$680 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Indiana
- 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.
- The median income here is $123,580. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Daycare Centers
- 12
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+66% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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46290
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46033
7.2 mi
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46280
7.5 mi
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46069
8.1 mi
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46077
8.2 mi
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$160,868
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46062
8.3 mi
Pop: 39,348
$116,834
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46240
9.6 mi
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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