Private Schools Market: ZIP 33609
Opportunity Score
70
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 33609 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 17,922 and household incomes well above the national median ($105,083). There are 4 private schools operations in ZIP 33609.
Area Profile
17,922
Population
$105,083
Median Income
+41% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.9/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 40.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 47.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 33609.
4
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
2.2 per 10K residents
4
Child Care Centers
2.2 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 33609 (4 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,350
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,818
Median Gross Rent
$530 K
Median Home Value
21
Bank Branches
$2.9 M 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.
- The median income here is $105,083. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Private Schools
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 21
vs. National Average
Median Income
+41% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
33629
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33607
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33606
2.8 mi
Pop: 23,511
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33611
3.6 mi
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33602
4.1 mi
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33614
4.3 mi
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33603
4.6 mi
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33634
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Walk: 12.3
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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