Private Schools Market: ZIP 38024
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 38024 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 25,357 and household incomes near the national median ($54,303).
Area Profile
25,357
Population
$54,303
Median Income
-27% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
7.7/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 14.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 38024.
6
Child Care Centers
2.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$900
2BR Fair Market Rent
$757
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
13
Bank Branches
$920 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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 13
vs. National Average
Median Income
-27% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
38007
9.6 mi
Pop: 0
38047
11.4 mi
Pop: 207
$58,571
38059
11.4 mi
Pop: 8,822
$57,182
Walk: 3.0
38070
11.5 mi
Pop: 88
$58,667
Walk: 2.2
38040
12.8 mi
Pop: 4,689
$52,119
Walk: 5.2
38034
13.5 mi
Pop: 3,366
$48,875
Walk: 4.5
38080
15.0 mi
Pop: 2,492
$33,750
Walk: 5.2
38240
15.1 mi
Pop: 1,760
$58,468
Walk: 2.3
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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