Private Schools Market: ZIP 02802
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02802 is an urban area. with a population of 531 and household incomes well above the national median ($125,522).
Area Profile
531
Population
$125,522
Median Income
+68% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 61.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 50.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,770
2BR Fair Market Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Rhode Island
- Accreditation takes 2-3 years but determines whether your tuition qualifies for tax credits and whether colleges recognize your diplomas.
- Your first 50 students are the hardest. Most private schools break even around 80-120 students. Plan for 2-3 years of operating losses.
- Facility costs dominate. Leasing a church or community center cuts your startup cost by 60-80% vs. building or buying.
- Teacher salaries run 15-30% below public school equivalents. You'll attract mission-driven educators, but benefits and culture have to compensate.
- The median income here is $125,522. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+68% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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02865
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02864
2.7 mi
Pop: 36,383
$118,737
Walk: 10.8
02895
4.6 mi
Pop: 43,081
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02917
5.6 mi
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02863
6.1 mi
Pop: 22,481
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02896
6.3 mi
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$109,436
Walk: 8.8
02904
6.6 mi
Pop: 32,462
$64,637
Walk: 15.0
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About This Data
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits