Private Schools Market: ZIP 19428
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19428 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 20,225 and household incomes well above the national median ($116,566). There are 3 private schools operations in ZIP 19428.
Area Profile
20,225
Population
$116,566
Median Income
+56% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 51.8% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 19428.
3
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
1.5 per 10K residents
7
Child Care Centers
3.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 30.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 19428 (3 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,390
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,900
Median Gross Rent
$450 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$2.8 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.
- The median income here is $116,566. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Private Schools
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
+56% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.8 pts vs. national avg
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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