Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 58202
Opportunity Score
38
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 58202 is an urban area. with a population of 3,035 and household incomes below the national median ($29,464).
Area Profile
3,035
Population
$29,464
Median Income
-60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 19.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 1.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,320
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,344
Median Gross Rent
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in North Dakota
- 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 $29,464. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-60% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
58201
5.9 mi
Pop: 42,003
$69,120
Walk: 14.2
58203
7.1 mi
Pop: 16,308
$57,905
Walk: 16.2
56721
9.3 mi
Pop: 10,791
$83,633
Walk: 12.3
58278
10.2 mi
Pop: 2,116
$103,571
58256
14.2 mi
Pop: 801
$85,625
58228
19.0 mi
Pop: 687
$66,339
58258
19.2 mi
Pop: 269
$48,500
56723
20.2 mi
Pop: 912
$108,333
Walk: 4.9
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the DaycareCalc calculator.
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