Private Schools Market: ZIP 22940
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 22940 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 935 and household incomes above the national median ($93,583).
Area Profile
935
Population
$93,583
Median Income
+25% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 36.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,900
2BR Fair Market Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Virginia
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+25% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
22935
3.7 mi
Pop: 962
$103,309
22936
7.5 mi
Pop: 6,478
$139,095
Walk: 5.3
22932
8.3 mi
Pop: 9,182
$115,054
22901
9.0 mi
Pop: 36,922
$91,154
Walk: 12.3
22973
12.3 mi
Pop: 5,980
$73,579
Walk: 4.8
22827
12.6 mi
Pop: 10,357
$67,425
Walk: 4.8
22904
13.4 mi
Pop: 5,795
$250,001
Walk: 14.7
22903
14.0 mi
Pop: 39,925
$64,352
Walk: 12.5
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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