Private Schools Market: ZIP 80122
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80122 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 31,575 and household incomes well above the national median ($120,181).
Area Profile
31,575
Population
$120,181
Median Income
+61% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.5/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 43.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 46.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 80122.
3
Child Care Centers
1.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,450
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,094
Median Gross Rent
$600 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$1.9 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 $120,181. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
+61% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.0 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
80121
2.1 mi
Pop: 17,929
$136,287
Walk: 11.6
80126
2.7 mi
Pop: 44,482
$166,501
Walk: 10.5
80120
4.0 mi
Pop: 29,992
$91,162
Walk: 12.3
80130
4.2 mi
Pop: 25,293
$155,117
Walk: 11.6
80113
4.5 mi
Pop: 22,619
$95,543
Walk: 13.9
80129
4.5 mi
Pop: 29,495
$136,915
Walk: 11.6
80111
5.4 mi
Pop: 31,817
$132,292
Walk: 10.3
80124
5.5 mi
Pop: 22,472
$126,775
Walk: 10.8
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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