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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 62618

Opportunity Score

61 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 62618 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 7,391 and household incomes near the national median ($62,694).

7,391

Population

$62,694

Median Income

-16% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

9.5/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 34.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 11.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$880

2BR Fair Market Rent

$766

Median Gross Rent

$86 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$210 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.
This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.