Private Schools Market: ZIP 53139
Opportunity Score
66
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 53139 is an suburban area. with a population of 2,397 and household incomes above the national median ($96,118).
Area Profile
2,397
Population
$96,118
Median Income
+29% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 46.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 21.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,500
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,275
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Wisconsin
- 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
+29% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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53167
7.8 mi
Pop: 159
$34,177
53170
9.3 mi
Pop: 1,979
$78,456
Walk: 7.0
53185
9.3 mi
Pop: 18,786
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53104
11.1 mi
Pop: 5,807
$107,951
53105
11.1 mi
Pop: 29,051
$88,798
Walk: 6.9
53126
11.3 mi
Pop: 7,093
$98,446
Walk: 4.8
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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