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Private Schools Market: ZIP 77086

Opportunity Score
59 / 100 Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 77086 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 28,623 and household incomes near the national median ($58,184).

Area Profile

28,623
Population
$58,184
Median Income
-22% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.6% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Competition

Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 77086.

3
Child Care Centers
1.0 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,350
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,199
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$210 K 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