Private Schools Market: ZIP 33136
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 33136 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 16,611 and household incomes below the national median ($43,481).
Area Profile
16,611
Population
$43,481
Median Income
-42% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 36.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 20.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 33136.
6
Child Care Centers
3.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,337
Median Gross Rent
$350 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$32 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Florida
- 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 $43,481. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-42% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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33101
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Pop: 0
33130
1.3 mi
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Walk: 15.3
33127
1.8 mi
Pop: 27,585
$41,125
Walk: 14.1
33131
2.1 mi
Pop: 23,289
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Walk: 16.7
33125
2.2 mi
Pop: 55,449
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Walk: 14.7
33132
2.3 mi
Pop: 18,244
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Walk: 14.9
33129
2.3 mi
Pop: 14,717
$102,969
Walk: 10.8
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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