Private Schools Market: ZIP 77346
Opportunity Score
79
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77346 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 75,577 and household incomes well above the national median ($116,658).
Area Profile
75,577
Population
$116,658
Median Income
+56% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 77346.
20
Child Care Centers
2.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,960
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,770
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
12
Bank Branches
$900 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.
- The median income here is $116,658. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 20
- Bank Branches
- 12
vs. National Average
Median Income
+56% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.5 pts vs. national avg
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77336
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77338
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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