Private Schools Market: ZIP 11955
Opportunity Score
49
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11955 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 2,626 and household incomes above the national median ($77,692).
Area Profile
2,626
Population
$77,692
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 50.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,490
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,215
Median Gross Rent
$470 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in New York
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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1.7 mi
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11934
2.1 mi
Pop: 8,222
$154,588
11951
3.4 mi
Pop: 15,830
$108,877
Walk: 7.2
11967
3.8 mi
Pop: 27,266
$106,810
Walk: 6.8
11949
3.9 mi
Pop: 13,159
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Walk: 6.5
11940
4.6 mi
Pop: 5,508
$121,250
Walk: 7.5
11973
5.7 mi
Pop: 42
Walk: 5.5
11719
6.3 mi
Pop: 3,300
$96,638
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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