Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 80228
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80228 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 34,677 and household incomes well above the national median ($110,013). There are 10 daycare centers operations in ZIP 80228.
Area Profile
34,677
Population
$110,013
Median Income
+48% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 45.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 80228.
10
Daycare Centers
Moderate — proven market
2.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,819
Median Gross Rent
$610 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.2 M 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 $110,013. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Daycare Centers
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+48% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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80401
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80453
5.2 mi
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80215
5.2 mi
Pop: 19,684
$85,017
Walk: 13.6
80227
5.3 mi
Pop: 34,946
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Walk: 11.6
80226
5.7 mi
Pop: 32,237
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Walk: 13.6
80232
5.8 mi
Pop: 22,398
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Walk: 12.6
80465
6.3 mi
Pop: 16,277
$130,455
Walk: 7.0
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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