Private Schools Market: ZIP 78255
Opportunity Score
79
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78255 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 18,107 and household incomes well above the national median ($151,673).
Area Profile
18,107
Population
$151,673
Median Income
+103% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 40.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78255.
3
Child Care Centers
1.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,950
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,772
Median Gross Rent
$490 K
Median Home Value
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 $151,673. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+103% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78256
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78257
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$74,540
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78015
6.5 mi
Pop: 23,548
$155,488
78023
6.5 mi
Pop: 28,585
$129,701
Walk: 5.2
78249
6.7 mi
Pop: 61,772
$80,851
Walk: 10.9
78254
9.2 mi
Pop: 78,865
$115,823
Walk: 8.8
78240
9.6 mi
Pop: 57,014
$62,203
Walk: 11.8
78231
9.8 mi
Pop: 9,966
$103,538
Walk: 12.7
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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