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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 65274

Opportunity Score

52 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 65274 is an urban area. with a population of 1,886 and household incomes above the national median ($80,875).

1,886

Population

$80,875

Median Income

+8% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 44.2 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 21.9% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$820

2BR Fair Market Rent

$673

Median Gross Rent

$150 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$36 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.