Private Schools Market: ZIP 34786
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 34786 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 43,700 and household incomes well above the national median ($131,409). There are 3 private schools operations in ZIP 34786.
Area Profile
43,700
Population
$131,409
Median Income
+76% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 40.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 34786.
3
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
0.7 per 10K residents
10
Child Care Centers
2.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 23.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 34786 (3 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,239
Median Gross Rent
$620 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$950 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.
- The median income here is $131,409. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Private Schools
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+76% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
34734
4.1 mi
Pop: 4,031
$80,625
32835
4.5 mi
Pop: 49,932
$70,183
Walk: 11.6
32819
5.0 mi
Pop: 28,399
$94,386
Walk: 11.6
32836
5.5 mi
Pop: 24,648
$111,921
Walk: 7.3
34787
5.6 mi
Pop: 93,064
$114,988
Walk: 7.8
34761
6.6 mi
Pop: 46,313
$90,406
Walk: 9.2
32830
6.6 mi
Pop: 28
$126,250
32811
6.8 mi
Pop: 40,560
$52,124
Walk: 13.2
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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