Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 59716
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 59716 is an rural area. with a population of 1,867 and household incomes well above the national median ($135,396). There are 3 daycare centers operations in ZIP 59716.
Area Profile
1,867
Population
$135,396
Median Income
+82% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 37.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 46.4% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 59716.
3
Daycare Centers
Low competition — room to establish
16.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,980
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,705
Median Gross Rent
$870 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$250 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Montana
- 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 $135,396. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Daycare Centers
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+82% vs. $74,580
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits