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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 97346

Opportunity Score

40 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 97346 is an urban area. with a population of 970 and household incomes above the national median ($81,771).

970

Population

$81,771

Median Income

+10% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 53.6 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 27.4% — balanced market for quality & value.

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

$1,350

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,278

Median Gross Rent

$380 K

Median Home Value

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.