Private Schools Market: ZIP 02878
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02878 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 16,260 and household incomes above the national median ($99,542).
Area Profile
16,260
Population
$99,542
Median Income
+33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 49.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 31.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 02878.
5
Child Care Centers
3.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,228
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$340 K deposits
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+33% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02721
5.2 mi
Pop: 25,922
$50,666
Walk: 14.8
02724
5.3 mi
Pop: 18,758
$49,809
Walk: 14.8
02871
5.5 mi
Pop: 17,635
$119,135
Walk: 10.4
02837
6.2 mi
Pop: 3,601
$129,750
Walk: 6.8
02723
6.8 mi
Pop: 17,111
$41,789
Walk: 14.8
02790
6.9 mi
Pop: 16,725
$100,617
Walk: 7.3
02725
7.8 mi
Pop: 2,300
$127,228
02809
7.9 mi
Pop: 22,317
$96,005
Walk: 12.4
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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