Private Schools Market: ZIP 54874
Opportunity Score
78
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 54874 is an urban area. with a population of 3,813 and household incomes above the national median ($83,350).
Area Profile
3,813
Population
$83,350
Median Income
+12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 44.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 17.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,230
2BR Fair Market Rent
$966
Median Gross Rent
$210 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
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+12% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
54842
7.2 mi
Pop: 261
$93,333
54864
9.7 mi
Pop: 1,534
$80,781
54880
13.1 mi
Pop: 30,211
$66,942
Walk: 13.2
54849
16.5 mi
Pop: 1,826
$77,353
55802
16.6 mi
Pop: 2,560
$40,850
Walk: 12.5
55806
18.8 mi
Pop: 9,545
$44,962
Walk: 13.5
55807
19.4 mi
Pop: 9,573
$63,670
Walk: 14.9
54836
19.5 mi
Pop: 933
$80,469
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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