How profitable is owning a daycare?

I'm not sure the question should be profitable but how stressful. You will most likely break alittle over even. There is more cost involved than people think. The liability insurance is costly, you and your staff if you have any will have a constant medical cost with the illness spread by the children, late parents, staff that doesn't show or is not dependable. Also the registration with the local police agency has become more intense due to the sickos of our society and I believe you must contact the local health department for their requirements as well. There are other less stressful and more profitable opportunities available especially if you were thinking of a home based operation. If you do chose to open a daycare I suggest you start small and work your way up as you learn and can hire VERY dependable help, goodluck. Sincerely, Val