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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 78406

Opportunity Score

28 / 100 Challenging

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78406 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,934 and household incomes near the national median ($51,646).

1,934

Population

$51,646

Median Income

-31% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

2.7/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 37.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 1.4% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,700

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,715

Median Gross Rent

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.