Private Schools Market: ZIP 38006
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38006 is an urban area. with a population of 5,375 and household incomes near the national median ($61,250).
Area Profile
5,375
Population
$61,250
Median Income
-18% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 36.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$893
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$140 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Tennessee
- 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
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-18% vs. $74,580
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38050
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38021
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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