Private Schools Market: ZIP 34604
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 34604 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,964 and household incomes above the national median ($85,111).
Area Profile
13,964
Population
$85,111
Median Income
+14% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 14.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,580
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,162
Median Gross Rent
$270 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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+14% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
34609
5.2 mi
Pop: 46,066
$79,284
Walk: 11.1
34608
8.3 mi
Pop: 36,565
$62,197
Walk: 9.0
34601
8.7 mi
Pop: 23,648
$56,365
Walk: 9.9
34610
9.2 mi
Pop: 16,544
$73,878
Walk: 4.5
34613
9.4 mi
Pop: 18,280
$56,175
Walk: 8.6
34602
10.5 mi
Pop: 10,391
$72,054
Walk: 4.7
34606
11.3 mi
Pop: 28,155
$54,730
Walk: 9.6
34637
11.9 mi
Pop: 11,398
$114,328
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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