Private Schools Market: ZIP 78726
Opportunity Score
84
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78726 is an urban area. with a population of 14,117 and household incomes above the national median ($92,275).
Area Profile
14,117
Population
$92,275
Median Income
+24% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 36.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 43.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78726.
4
Child Care Centers
2.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,020
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,690
Median Gross Rent
$650 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$220 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+24% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
78750
3.8 mi
Pop: 29,322
$123,722
Walk: 12.7
78730
4.6 mi
Pop: 9,669
$146,450
78732
5.0 mi
Pop: 20,646
$194,120
78613
5.5 mi
Pop: 89,162
$120,829
Walk: 7.8
78759
5.8 mi
Pop: 44,882
$102,799
Walk: 10.8
78729
6.1 mi
Pop: 30,440
$81,589
Walk: 7.7
78717
7.2 mi
Pop: 36,085
$140,483
Walk: 7.7
78731
7.6 mi
Pop: 27,136
$102,886
Walk: 13.2
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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