Private Schools Market: ZIP 02872
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02872 is an urban area. with a population of 105 and household incomes well above the national median ($132,969).
Area Profile
105
Population
$132,969
Median Income
+78% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 63.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$290 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 $132,969. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+78% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
02871
4.3 mi
Pop: 17,635
$119,135
Walk: 10.4
02841
6.2 mi
Pop: 1,414
Walk: 14.2
02842
6.4 mi
Pop: 16,920
$97,650
Walk: 11.5
02809
6.4 mi
Pop: 22,317
$96,005
Walk: 12.4
02835
7.2 mi
Pop: 5,545
$141,442
Walk: 10.3
02889
8.2 mi
Pop: 27,533
$85,617
Walk: 13.4
02840
8.3 mi
Pop: 23,615
$83,515
Walk: 14.5
02806
9.4 mi
Pop: 17,113
$150,542
Walk: 10.0
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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