Private Schools Market: ZIP 43359
Opportunity Score
26
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 43359 is an rural area. with a population of 616 and household incomes near the national median ($64,063).
Area Profile
616
Population
$64,063
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 42.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 6.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$880
2BR Fair Market Rent
$728
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Ohio
- 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
43330
4.5 mi
Pop: 53
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45867
6.1 mi
Pop: 975
$88,929
Walk: 2.8
43316
7.4 mi
Pop: 6,095
$76,813
Walk: 5.6
45890
8.1 mi
Pop: 873
$103,056
Walk: 5.1
45843
8.6 mi
Pop: 3,908
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Walk: 4.1
43351
10.0 mi
Pop: 10,568
$71,748
Walk: 9.1
45814
10.6 mi
Pop: 2,580
$86,477
44802
12.3 mi
Pop: 919
$61,667
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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