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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 52726

Opportunity Score

90 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Summary

ZIP 52726 is an urban area. with a population of 4,941 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,667).

4,941

Population

$101,667

Median Income

+36% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 50.0 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 26.9% — balanced market for quality & value.

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

$1,270

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,022

Median Gross Rent

$270 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$180 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.
The median income here is $101,667. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.