Private Schools Market: ZIP 78757
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 78757 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 24,327 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,946). There are 4 private schools operations in ZIP 78757.
Area Profile
24,327
Population
$104,946
Median Income
+41% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 51.6% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 78757.
4
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
1.6 per 10K residents
11
Child Care Centers
4.5 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 26.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 78757 (4 vs. 11 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,850
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,661
Median Gross Rent
$630 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.3 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 $104,946. 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
- 11
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+41% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
78756
2.1 mi
Pop: 9,844
$97,149
Walk: 15.6
78752
2.4 mi
Pop: 22,261
$66,404
Walk: 16.5
78731
2.5 mi
Pop: 27,136
$102,886
Walk: 13.2
78751
2.9 mi
Pop: 16,027
$81,657
Walk: 15.7
78758
3.1 mi
Pop: 50,592
$69,019
78759
4.0 mi
Pop: 44,882
$102,799
Walk: 10.8
78705
4.0 mi
Pop: 32,937
$30,336
Walk: 15.8
78722
4.4 mi
Pop: 6,576
$101,034
Walk: 15.1
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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