Private Schools Market: ZIP 19931
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19931 is an rural area. with a population of 431 and household incomes above the national median ($91,111).
Area Profile
431
Population
$91,111
Median Income
+22% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 52.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,170
2BR Fair Market Rent
$280 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Delaware
- 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
+22% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
19973
4.6 mi
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19956
5.2 mi
Pop: 16,274
$59,085
Walk: 9.8
19940
7.1 mi
Pop: 7,108
$63,361
21861
8.4 mi
Pop: 806
$85,714
21875
10.0 mi
Pop: 7,455
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Walk: 6.1
19933
11.3 mi
Pop: 11,409
$61,261
21659
13.1 mi
Pop: 1,480
$68,889
Walk: 4.6
21837
13.4 mi
Pop: 2,975
$71,667
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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