Private Schools Market: ZIP 64164
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64164 is an urban area. with a population of 195 and household incomes well above the national median ($154,554).
Area Profile
195
Population
$154,554
Median Income
+107% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 42.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 34.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,180
2BR Fair Market Rent
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Missouri
- 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.
- The median income here is $154,554. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+107% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
64154
3.3 mi
Pop: 13,114
$92,686
Walk: 11.4
64165
3.5 mi
Pop: 223
$166,576
64163
4.3 mi
Pop: 1,062
$51,767
Walk: 8.3
64155
5.3 mi
Pop: 28,754
$96,909
Walk: 8.1
64089
6.0 mi
Pop: 14,060
$101,063
Walk: 8.1
64166
7.2 mi
Pop: 273
$148,636
64153
7.8 mi
Pop: 6,921
$89,916
Walk: 6.7
64151
7.9 mi
Pop: 28,706
$91,348
Walk: 11.8
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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