Private Schools Market: ZIP 34986
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 34986 is an urban area. with a population of 29,713 and household incomes above the national median ($85,842). There are 5 private schools operations in ZIP 34986.
Area Profile
29,713
Population
$85,842
Median Income
+15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 54.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 34986.
5
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
1.7 per 10K residents
3
Child Care Centers
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 34986 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,600
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.4 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Private Schools
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+15% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
34983
3.4 mi
Pop: 47,983
$72,787
34981
5.0 mi
Pop: 6,167
$64,052
34953
5.5 mi
Pop: 82,469
$81,028
Walk: 8.2
34982
7.0 mi
Pop: 27,447
$54,025
Walk: 8.1
34987
7.1 mi
Pop: 17,911
$79,560
34984
7.3 mi
Pop: 19,207
$79,766
Walk: 8.8
34952
7.5 mi
Pop: 41,679
$60,123
Walk: 7.5
34947
8.6 mi
Pop: 13,192
$44,985
Walk: 6.9
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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