Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 62460
Opportunity Score
30
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 62460 is an rural area. with a population of 1,110 and household incomes near the national median ($57,222).
Area Profile
1,110
Population
$57,222
Median Income
-23% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 45.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 6.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$870
2BR Fair Market Rent
$804
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$8.6 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Illinois
- 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-23% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
62410
4.4 mi
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62417
7.5 mi
Pop: 2,653
$51,205
47524
11.0 mi
Pop: 486
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62439
11.5 mi
Pop: 7,097
$52,083
Walk: 8.4
62466
12.3 mi
Pop: 4,184
$75,870
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47666
15.4 mi
Pop: 1,411
$63,456
47591
15.7 mi
Pop: 25,191
$57,862
Walk: 9.1
62863
15.8 mi
Pop: 9,438
$52,073
Walk: 6.2
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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