Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 81601
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 81601 is an suburban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 16,268 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,632). There are 3 daycare centers operations in ZIP 81601.
Area Profile
16,268
Population
$103,632
Median Income
+39% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
13.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 28.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 81601.
3
Daycare Centers
Low competition — room to establish
1.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,620
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,812
Median Gross Rent
$730 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.6 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 $103,632. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Daycare Centers
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+39% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.6 pts vs. national avg
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits