Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 88024
Opportunity Score
10
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 88024 is an urban area. with a population of 546 and household incomes below the national median ($36,575).
Area Profile
546
Population
$36,575
Median Income
-51% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 29.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 7.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in New Mexico
- 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.
- Median income sits at $36,575. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-51% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
88027
4.8 mi
Pop: 589
$62,361
88072
5.0 mi
Pop: 2,689
$33,781
88048
6.0 mi
Pop: 3,325
$49,432
79821
6.2 mi
Pop: 6,550
$58,171
Walk: 6.6
79835
9.1 mi
Pop: 12,289
$42,955
Walk: 5.8
79911
10.6 mi
Pop: 9,107
$108,525
Walk: 5.2
88047
12.3 mi
Pop: 1,410
$39,814
Walk: 6.2
79932
13.2 mi
Pop: 29,524
$76,789
Walk: 8.6
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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