Private Schools Market: ZIP 43938
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 43938 is an urban area. with a population of 5,448 and household incomes near the national median ($57,453).
Area Profile
5,448
Population
$57,453
Median Income
-23% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 44.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 9.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$940
2BR Fair Market Rent
$954
Median Gross Rent
$97 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-23% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
43913
3.3 mi
Pop: 1,065
$49,100
43953
4.2 mi
Pop: 11,857
$73,648
Walk: 6.7
26030
5.3 mi
Pop: 588
$30,000
26037
6.6 mi
Pop: 5,727
$56,713
26070
7.1 mi
Pop: 7,951
$55,729
Walk: 5.4
43943
7.3 mi
Pop: 3,288
$49,569
Walk: 5.0
26075
7.3 mi
Pop: 569
$60,938
Walk: 3.7
43948
7.5 mi
Pop: 638
$76,080
Walk: 5.0
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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