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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 98446

Opportunity Score

59 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 98446 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,241 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,130). There are 5 daycare centers operations in ZIP 98446.

Area Profile

14,241

Population

$101,130

Median Income

+36% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

7.2/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 14.6% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Daycare Centers and related businesses in ZIP 98446.

Daycare Centers

Low competition — room to establish

3.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$2,240

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,944

Median Gross Rent

$460 K

Median Home Value

Tips for Starting a Daycare Business in Washington

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 $101,130. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.