Private Schools Market: ZIP 77072
Opportunity Score
50
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77072 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 58,681 and household incomes below the national median ($49,893). There are 3 private schools operations in ZIP 77072.
Area Profile
58,681
Population
$49,893
Median Income
-33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 35.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 77072.
3
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
0.5 per 10K residents
14
Child Care Centers
2.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 17.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 77072 (3 vs. 14 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,400
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,248
Median Gross Rent
$180 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.2 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Private Schools
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 14
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
-33% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
77099
2.0 mi
Pop: 49,271
$48,735
Walk: 12.0
77042
3.3 mi
Pop: 40,725
$57,745
Walk: 12.8
77036
3.3 mi
Pop: 71,036
$43,853
Walk: 14.3
77082
4.1 mi
Pop: 57,269
$60,510
Walk: 12.1
77031
4.3 mi
Pop: 15,740
$46,892
Walk: 11.3
77083
4.4 mi
Pop: 74,843
$65,349
Walk: 10.2
77074
4.9 mi
Pop: 37,467
$47,408
Walk: 13.6
77063
5.0 mi
Pop: 39,994
$54,509
Walk: 13.6
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the PrivateSchoolCost calculator.
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