Private Schools Market: ZIP 78660
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78660 is an urban area. with a population of 118,437 and household incomes well above the national median ($109,522). There are 4 private schools operations in ZIP 78660.
Area Profile
118,437
Population
$109,522
Median Income
+47% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 27.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78660.
4
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
0.3 per 10K residents
21
Child Care Centers
1.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 16.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 78660 (4 vs. 21 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,070
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,769
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$680 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.
- The median income here is $109,522. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Private Schools
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 21
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+47% vs. $74,580
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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