Private Schools Market: ZIP 19936
Opportunity Score
6
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19936 is an urban area. with a population of 176 and household incomes below the national median ($35,556).
Area Profile
176
Population
$35,556
Median Income
-52% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 54.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 5.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,135
Median Gross Rent
$120 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.
- Median income sits at $35,556. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-52% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
19904
3.3 mi
Pop: 38,125
$66,885
Walk: 13.7
19955
5.5 mi
Pop: 359
$50,000
19977
6.2 mi
Pop: 27,164
$78,803
Walk: 4.8
19901
8.1 mi
Pop: 39,149
$63,891
Walk: 10.7
19938
8.3 mi
Pop: 9,867
$96,338
19953
8.8 mi
Pop: 4,614
$71,466
Walk: 4.7
19934
9.7 mi
Pop: 13,579
$79,100
Walk: 12.3
19980
10.1 mi
Pop: 118
$84,079
Walk: 4.9
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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