Private Schools Market: ZIP 79104
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79104 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 7,236 and household incomes below the national median ($47,768).
Area Profile
7,236
Population
$47,768
Median Income
-36% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 32.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 3.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$905
Median Gross Rent
$95 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$350 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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-36% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.3 pts vs. national avg
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79101
3.4 mi
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79102
4.1 mi
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79111
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79110
6.5 mi
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79106
7.0 mi
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79109
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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