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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 46402

Opportunity Score

47 / 100 Fair

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 46402 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 5,636 and household incomes below the national median ($29,125).

5,636

Population

$29,125

Median Income

-61% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

8.3/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 34.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 5.9% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$980

2BR Fair Market Rent

$904

Median Gross Rent

$61 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$150 K deposits

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 $29,125. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.