Private Schools Market: ZIP 53202
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 53202 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 26,269 and household incomes near the national median ($68,482).
Area Profile
26,269
Population
$68,482
Median Income
-8% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 32.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 51.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,890
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,234
Median Gross Rent
$300 K
Median Home Value
21
Bank Branches
$40 M deposits
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
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 21
vs. National Average
Median Income
-8% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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53205
2.9 mi
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53233
3.0 mi
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53204
3.2 mi
Pop: 40,008
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53206
3.3 mi
Pop: 20,219
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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