Private Schools Market: ZIP 79930
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 79930 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 25,484 and household incomes below the national median ($41,826).
Area Profile
25,484
Population
$41,826
Median Income
-44% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 79930.
5
Child Care Centers
2.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$909
Median Gross Rent
$120 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.
- Median income sits at $41,826. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-44% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
79920
1.1 mi
Pop: 28
79903
2.5 mi
Pop: 15,120
$38,294
Walk: 14.5
79902
2.6 mi
Pop: 18,529
$45,333
Walk: 16.0
79904
2.7 mi
Pop: 33,022
$40,892
Walk: 12.5
79906
3.4 mi
Pop: 6,061
$51,907
79901
3.6 mi
Pop: 8,321
$13,984
Walk: 17.0
79905
4.3 mi
Pop: 22,062
$25,496
Walk: 14.0
79912
5.2 mi
Pop: 79,126
$72,290
Walk: 11.5
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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