Private Schools Market: ZIP 02906
Opportunity Score
79
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 02906 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 26,327 and household incomes well above the national median ($102,796). There are 14 private schools operations in ZIP 02906.
Area Profile
26,327
Population
$102,796
Median Income
+38% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 35.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 59.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 02906.
14
Private Schools
Moderate — proven market
5.3 per 10K residents
7
Child Care Centers
2.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 02906 (14 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,729
Median Gross Rent
$580 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$1.1 M 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.
- The median income here is $102,796. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Private Schools
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+38% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
02912
1.4 mi
Pop: 4,824
Walk: 15.7
02903
2.0 mi
Pop: 12,309
$62,987
Walk: 18.8
02860
2.1 mi
Pop: 47,372
$59,954
Walk: 15.4
02914
2.4 mi
Pop: 21,397
$60,838
Walk: 15.6
02916
2.5 mi
Pop: 8,725
$96,293
Walk: 15.0
02918
3.2 mi
Pop: 2,944
Walk: 15.4
02863
3.5 mi
Pop: 22,481
$45,921
Walk: 15.9
02908
3.5 mi
Pop: 39,661
$74,341
Walk: 15.1
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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