Private Schools Market: ZIP 78417
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78417 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,462 and household incomes near the national median ($53,941).
Area Profile
4,462
Population
$53,941
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,400
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,186
Median Gross Rent
$130 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
- Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78416
2.2 mi
Pop: 13,116
$44,726
Walk: 13.9
78405
3.2 mi
Pop: 14,442
$37,188
Walk: 15.2
78406
4.1 mi
Pop: 1,934
$51,646
Walk: 2.7
78408
4.6 mi
Pop: 9,631
$43,096
Walk: 16.5
78407
5.0 mi
Pop: 1,937
$53,909
78404
5.2 mi
Pop: 13,607
$60,264
Walk: 15.1
78413
5.6 mi
Pop: 35,103
$71,624
Walk: 12.1
78415
5.7 mi
Pop: 41,869
$53,803
Walk: 12.8
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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