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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 78886

Opportunity Score

48 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 78886 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 499 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,276).

499

Population

$119,276

Median Income

+60% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

6.3/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 7.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,180

2BR Fair Market Rent

$160 K

Median Home Value

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 $119,276. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.