How much money does it take to start a day care center?
On One Hand: Home-Based Day Care Is InexpensiveStarting a home-based day care center requires little in the way of upfront investment: amenities such as playground equipment, rubberized flooring, are optional and not required to get started. Beyond a few toys, snacks and marketing materials, there are no significant expenses to beginning your day care business.On the Other: Commerical Day Cares Cost MoreCommercial day care centers, in addition to the basic expenses required of a home-based day care center, require commercial space in which to operate. Costs of commercial space vary widely based upon local availability, competition, economic conditions. Leasing space usually also requires a year-long commitment, unless a building location is purchased.Bottom LineThe cost of starting a day care center may vary from a few hundred dollars for a home-based day care to thousands of dollars per month for leased commercial space, to hundreds of thousands of dollars to purchase and refit a free
