Private Schools Market: ZIP 78405
Opportunity Score
61
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78405 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 14,442 and household incomes below the national median ($37,188).
Area Profile
14,442
Population
$37,188
Median Income
-50% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.2/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 36.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 2.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78405.
3
Child Care Centers
2.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,220
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,030
Median Gross Rent
$75 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$36 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.
- Median income sits at $37,188. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-50% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.7 pts vs. national avg
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78407
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78404
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78417
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78401
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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