Private Schools Market: ZIP 78404
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78404 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 13,607 and household incomes near the national median ($60,264).
Area Profile
13,607
Population
$60,264
Median Income
-19% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 45.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 17.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78404.
6
Child Care Centers
4.4 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,290
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,172
Median Gross Rent
$180 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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
-19% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78401
2.0 mi
Pop: 4,668
$37,796
78405
2.7 mi
Pop: 14,442
$37,188
Walk: 15.2
78416
2.9 mi
Pop: 13,116
$44,726
Walk: 13.9
78411
2.9 mi
Pop: 24,061
$60,387
Walk: 14.0
78408
3.8 mi
Pop: 9,631
$43,096
Walk: 16.5
78407
4.3 mi
Pop: 1,937
$53,909
78417
5.2 mi
Pop: 4,462
$53,941
Walk: 8.3
78413
5.7 mi
Pop: 35,103
$71,624
Walk: 12.1
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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