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Private Schools Market: ZIP 76102

Opportunity Score
74 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 76102 is an urban area. with a population of 11,783 and household incomes near the national median ($74,293).

Area Profile

11,783
Population
$74,293
Median Income
+0% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 36.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 29.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Competition

Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 76102.

3
Child Care Centers
2.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$2,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,661
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
33
Bank Branches
$13 M deposits

Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Texas

  • 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.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits