Private Schools Market: ZIP 46635
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 46635 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 6,552 and household incomes above the national median ($79,416).
Area Profile
6,552
Population
$79,416
Median Income
+6% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 27.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 46635.
3
Child Care Centers
4.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,000
2BR Fair Market Rent
$942
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$99 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Indiana
- 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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+6% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
46615
2.9 mi
Pop: 14,411
$57,983
Walk: 9.8
46637
3.1 mi
Pop: 16,079
$72,401
Walk: 7.8
46617
3.1 mi
Pop: 10,402
$73,700
Walk: 9.3
46556
3.1 mi
Pop: 8,159
46624
3.5 mi
Pop: 31
46545
4.1 mi
Pop: 26,581
$55,889
Walk: 9.1
46601
4.6 mi
Pop: 4,933
$27,080
Walk: 11.0
46616
4.7 mi
Pop: 6,219
$56,293
Walk: 8.0
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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