Private Schools Market: ZIP 52235
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 52235 is an urban area. with a population of 892 and household incomes above the national median ($81,875).
Area Profile
892
Population
$81,875
Median Income
+10% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 18.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,179
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$470 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Iowa
- 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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+10% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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52242
5.9 mi
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52246
6.6 mi
Pop: 21,944
$55,088
Walk: 11.8
52245
6.7 mi
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52327
7.8 mi
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52241
9.4 mi
Pop: 22,846
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Walk: 15.7
52755
9.6 mi
Pop: 2,210
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Walk: 5.2
52340
13.3 mi
Pop: 5,695
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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