Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 85003
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85003 is an urban area. with a population of 10,155 and household incomes near the national median ($56,672).
Area Profile
10,155
Population
$56,672
Median Income
-24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 37.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 85003.
4
Schools
3.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,258
Median Gross Rent
$580 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Arizona
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Related Businesses
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-24% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
85004
0.6 mi
Pop: 11,178
$71,250
Walk: 16.9
85007
0.9 mi
Pop: 13,555
$55,833
Walk: 15.5
85006
2.3 mi
Pop: 22,081
$60,742
Walk: 15.0
85009
3.5 mi
Pop: 52,116
$51,615
Walk: 13.2
85012
4.0 mi
Pop: 8,880
$80,242
85013
4.2 mi
Pop: 20,947
$68,895
Walk: 15.0
85014
4.2 mi
Pop: 26,215
$69,995
Walk: 15.6
85015
4.3 mi
Pop: 42,444
$52,585
Walk: 13.4
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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