Private Schools Market: ZIP 78402
Opportunity Score
16
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78402 is an urban area. with a population of 392 and household incomes near the national median ($53,102).
Area Profile
392
Population
$53,102
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 38.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,500
2BR Fair Market Rent
$200 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-29% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
78407
3.1 mi
Pop: 1,937
$53,909
78408
3.6 mi
Pop: 9,631
$43,096
Walk: 16.5
78401
4.7 mi
Pop: 4,668
$37,796
78409
5.1 mi
Pop: 2,504
$62,813
Walk: 8.9
78405
5.4 mi
Pop: 14,442
$37,188
Walk: 15.2
78404
6.4 mi
Pop: 13,607
$60,264
Walk: 15.1
78416
7.1 mi
Pop: 13,116
$44,726
Walk: 13.9
78406
7.6 mi
Pop: 1,934
$51,646
Walk: 2.7
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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