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Daycare Centers Market: ZIP 98936

Opportunity Score

86 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Summary

ZIP 98936 is an urban area. with a population of 8,898 and household incomes above the national median ($95,625).

8,898

Population

$95,625

Median Income

+28% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 32.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 11.1% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,750

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,288

Median Gross Rent

$330 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.