Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 80138
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80138 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 35,942 and household incomes well above the national median ($142,397). There are 7 daycare centers operations in ZIP 80138.
Area Profile
35,942
Population
$142,397
Median Income
+91% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 32.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 80138.
7
Daycare Centers
Moderate — proven market
1.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,390
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,919
Median Gross Rent
$680 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$35 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Colorado
- 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 $142,397. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Daycare Centers
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+91% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
80016
6.3 mi
Pop: 66,479
$148,421
Walk: 9.2
80134
7.9 mi
Pop: 77,814
$142,162
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80107
10.0 mi
Pop: 14,976
$137,886
Walk: 4.3
80015
11.4 mi
Pop: 72,155
$121,640
Walk: 12.9
80013
11.9 mi
Pop: 74,732
$97,167
Walk: 12.9
80018
12.8 mi
Pop: 17,129
$127,390
80108
13.6 mi
Pop: 35,485
$178,670
Walk: 7.3
80116
13.9 mi
Pop: 5,393
$151,250
Walk: 6.8
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits