Private Schools Market: ZIP 39766
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 39766 is an suburban area. with a population of 2,860 and household incomes near the national median ($57,759).
Area Profile
2,860
Population
$57,759
Median Income
-23% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 34.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,050
Median Gross Rent
$130 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Mississippi
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-23% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
39705
8.3 mi
Pop: 12,195
$69,292
Walk: 9.5
39740
8.9 mi
Pop: 5,893
$85,741
Walk: 3.3
39702
10.8 mi
Pop: 23,536
$54,938
Walk: 7.4
35576
12.3 mi
Pop: 3,875
$63,981
Walk: 4.4
39746
12.9 mi
Pop: 2,731
$56,053
Walk: 3.8
35461
13.8 mi
Pop: 1,947
$62,500
39701
18.4 mi
Pop: 12,591
$28,523
35592
18.8 mi
Pop: 4,573
$43,417
Walk: 3.9
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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