Private Schools Market: ZIP 80027
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80027 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 33,998 and household incomes well above the national median ($153,165).
Area Profile
33,998
Population
$153,165
Median Income
+105% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 47.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 80027.
14
Child Care Centers
4.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,380
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,234
Median Gross Rent
$820 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$1.2 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Colorado
- 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 $153,165. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 14
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+105% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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80021
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80026
5.8 mi
Pop: 32,549
$115,031
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80020
6.0 mi
Pop: 53,589
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80007
6.4 mi
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80305
6.5 mi
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80301
7.1 mi
Pop: 25,252
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80005
7.1 mi
Pop: 28,883
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Walk: 11.9
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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