Private Schools Market: ZIP 77459
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 77459 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 81,251 and household incomes well above the national median ($132,758). There are 5 private schools operations in ZIP 77459.
Area Profile
81,251
Population
$132,758
Median Income
+78% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 37.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 77459.
5
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
0.6 per 10K residents
30
Child Care Centers
3.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 14.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 77459 (5 vs. 30 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,031
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$1.5 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.
- The median income here is $132,758. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Private Schools
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 30
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
+78% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.3 pts vs. national avg
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77053
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77477
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77085
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77479
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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