Private Schools Market: ZIP 79102
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79102 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 8,822 and household incomes below the national median ($48,551).
Area Profile
8,822
Population
$48,551
Median Income
-35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
16.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 38.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 13.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 79102.
4
Child Care Centers
4.5 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$891
Median Gross Rent
$150 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-35% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
79101
0.7 mi
Pop: 2,458
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79106
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$54,407
Walk: 12.5
79109
3.5 mi
Pop: 42,410
$68,579
Walk: 12.7
79103
3.6 mi
Pop: 11,591
$55,885
Walk: 12.5
79110
3.7 mi
Pop: 18,514
$65,896
Walk: 12.2
79104
4.1 mi
Pop: 7,236
$47,768
Walk: 15.8
79107
4.3 mi
Pop: 36,425
$39,474
Walk: 12.1
79121
5.8 mi
Pop: 5,879
$66,438
Walk: 12.6
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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