Private Schools Market: ZIP 78619
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78619 is an urban area. with a population of 6,896 and household incomes well above the national median ($171,667).
Area Profile
6,896
Population
$171,667
Median Income
+130% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 44.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 39.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,850
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,245
Median Gross Rent
$710 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.
- The median income here is $171,667. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+130% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
78737
6.8 mi
Pop: 26,413
$164,066
Walk: 7.2
78676
10.2 mi
Pop: 15,896
$86,819
Walk: 5.6
78739
10.6 mi
Pop: 20,850
$222,552
78620
10.7 mi
Pop: 20,624
$146,551
Walk: 7.2
78736
10.9 mi
Pop: 9,849
$100,761
78652
11.9 mi
Pop: 5,012
$118,750
78610
13.3 mi
Pop: 46,685
$110,417
78738
13.8 mi
Pop: 28,790
$169,911
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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