Private Schools Market: ZIP 72921
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 72921 is an urban area. with a population of 12,827 and household incomes near the national median ($68,302).
Area Profile
12,827
Population
$68,302
Median Income
-8% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 38.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 72921.
6
Child Care Centers
4.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$963
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$280 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Arkansas
- 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
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-8% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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72930
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72941
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72952
10.5 mi
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72956
10.8 mi
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72947
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72923
12.6 mi
Pop: 4,971
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Walk: 6.3
72904
13.6 mi
Pop: 22,627
$40,357
Walk: 7.5
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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