Private Schools Market: ZIP 78748
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78748 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 54,942 and household incomes well above the national median ($107,652). There are 4 private schools operations in ZIP 78748.
Area Profile
54,942
Population
$107,652
Median Income
+44% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.7/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 36.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 41.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78748.
4
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
0.7 per 10K residents
14
Child Care Centers
2.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 22.2% of the relevant market in ZIP 78748 (4 vs. 14 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,711
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$500 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 $107,652. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Private Schools
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 14
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+44% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78652
3.1 mi
Pop: 5,012
$118,750
78745
3.7 mi
Pop: 61,122
$84,529
Walk: 12.3
78749
4.5 mi
Pop: 34,939
$113,918
78739
4.8 mi
Pop: 20,850
$222,552
78610
5.7 mi
Pop: 46,685
$110,417
78747
6.2 mi
Pop: 21,757
$86,456
Walk: 4.4
78744
6.9 mi
Pop: 51,069
$78,474
Walk: 11.4
78704
7.0 mi
Pop: 50,479
$97,160
Walk: 14.3
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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