Private Schools Market: ZIP 33851
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 33851 is an urban area. with a population of 1,109 and household incomes above the national median ($77,557).
Area Profile
1,109
Population
$77,557
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 42.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 9.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
33838
2.2 mi
Pop: 5,431
$44,514
33844
4.0 mi
Pop: 49,133
$60,426
Walk: 6.9
33877
4.2 mi
Pop: 302
$78,259
33881
5.3 mi
Pop: 39,189
$53,867
Walk: 8.9
33884
5.7 mi
Pop: 36,395
$70,516
Walk: 6.7
33850
9.1 mi
Pop: 9,825
$53,877
Walk: 5.3
33839
10.1 mi
Pop: 4,397
$93,229
33853
10.3 mi
Pop: 12,385
$40,938
Walk: 9.0
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the PrivateSchoolCost calculator.
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