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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 78660

Opportunity Score

91 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78660 is an urban area. with a population of 118,437 and household incomes well above the national median ($109,522). There are 21 daycare centers operations in ZIP 78660.

Area Profile

118,437

Population

$109,522

Median Income

+47% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 35.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 27.7% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 78660.

Daycare Centers

Competitive — differentiation needed

1.8 per 10K residents

Schools

0.3 per 10K residents

What this means: Daycare Centers are 84.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 78660 (21 vs. 4 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,070

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,769

Median Gross Rent

$370 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$680 K deposits

Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Texas

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 $109,522. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.