Private Schools Market: ZIP 15219
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 15219 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 11,010 and household incomes below the national median ($32,403).
Area Profile
11,010
Population
$32,403
Median Income
-57% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.0/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 32.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 23.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 15219.
6
Child Care Centers
5.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,370
2BR Fair Market Rent
$894
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$34 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Pennsylvania
- 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.
- Median income sits at $32,403. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 14
vs. National Average
Median Income
-57% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
15282
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15222
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Pop: 5,649
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15212
1.2 mi
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$61,712
Walk: 15.0
15203
1.3 mi
Pop: 10,713
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15213
1.5 mi
Pop: 29,839
$31,330
Walk: 14.6
15260
2.1 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 16.7
15211
2.3 mi
Pop: 10,733
$75,522
Walk: 15.2
15210
2.5 mi
Pop: 25,017
$50,845
Walk: 15.4
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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