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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 98345

Opportunity Score

54 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 98345 is an urban area. with a population of 272 and household incomes well above the national median ($133,086).

272

Population

$133,086

Median Income

+78% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 54.6 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 21.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$2,230

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,211

Median Gross Rent

$620 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.
The median income here is $133,086. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.