Private Schools Market: ZIP 64167
Opportunity Score
54
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64167 is an urban area. with a population of 267 and household incomes well above the national median ($199,338).
Area Profile
267
Population
$199,338
Median Income
+167% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 58.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 27.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,550
2BR Fair Market Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
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 $199,338. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+167% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
64166
2.8 mi
Pop: 273
$148,636
64157
3.0 mi
Pop: 22,429
$137,681
Walk: 9.7
64156
4.0 mi
Pop: 7,977
$128,672
Walk: 5.2
64158
5.8 mi
Pop: 7,267
$95,781
Walk: 8.5
64155
6.5 mi
Pop: 28,754
$96,909
Walk: 8.1
64165
6.6 mi
Pop: 223
$166,576
64089
7.5 mi
Pop: 14,060
$101,063
Walk: 8.1
64068
7.6 mi
Pop: 37,466
$95,425
Walk: 9.6
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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