Private Schools Market: ZIP 78613
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78613 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 89,162 and household incomes well above the national median ($120,829). There are 5 private schools operations in ZIP 78613.
Area Profile
89,162
Population
$120,829
Median Income
+62% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 37.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78613.
5
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
0.6 per 10K residents
34
Child Care Centers
3.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 12.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 78613 (5 vs. 34 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,733
Median Gross Rent
$460 K
Median Home Value
20
Bank Branches
$2.1 M 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.
- The median income here is $120,829. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Private Schools
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 34
- Bank Branches
- 20
vs. National Average
Median Income
+62% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.7 pts vs. national avg
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78717
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78750
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78729
5.5 mi
Pop: 30,440
$81,589
Walk: 7.7
78726
5.5 mi
Pop: 14,117
$92,275
78641
7.4 mi
Pop: 93,399
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78681
7.5 mi
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78759
8.3 mi
Pop: 44,882
$102,799
Walk: 10.8
78727
8.9 mi
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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