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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 80817

Opportunity Score

57 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 80817 is an urban area. with a population of 31,101 and household incomes above the national median ($85,121). There are 3 daycare centers operations in ZIP 80817.

Area Profile

31,101

Population

$85,121

Median Income

+14% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 31.4 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 20.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 80817.

Daycare Centers

Low competition — room to establish

1.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,070

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,758

Median Gross Rent

$380 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$130 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.