Private Schools Market: ZIP 19147
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19147 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 38,747 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,190). There are 5 private schools operations in ZIP 19147.
Area Profile
38,747
Population
$104,190
Median Income
+40% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
17.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 35.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 54.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 19147.
5
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
1.3 per 10K residents
16
Child Care Centers
4.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 23.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 19147 (5 vs. 16 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,360
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,679
Median Gross Rent
$520 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$830 K 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.
- The median income here is $104,190. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Private Schools
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 16
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+40% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+7.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
19109
1.1 mi
Pop: 0
Walk: 16.8
19107
1.1 mi
Pop: 15,478
$70,382
Walk: 18.0
19106
1.1 mi
Pop: 14,421
$129,779
19102
1.4 mi
Pop: 5,946
$114,844
19108
1.7 mi
Pop: 162
$189,539
19148
1.7 mi
Pop: 50,777
$80,469
Walk: 15.7
19103
1.8 mi
Pop: 25,602
$97,940
Walk: 17.4
19123
2.0 mi
Pop: 19,327
$95,872
Walk: 16.7
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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