Private Schools Market: ZIP 80130
Opportunity Score
85
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80130 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 25,293 and household incomes well above the national median ($155,117).
Area Profile
25,293
Population
$155,117
Median Income
+108% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 39.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 45.2% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,564
Median Gross Rent
$650 K
Median Home Value
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 $155,117. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
vs. National Average
Median Income
+108% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
80124
2.3 mi
Pop: 22,472
$126,775
Walk: 10.8
80126
2.9 mi
Pop: 44,482
$166,501
Walk: 10.5
80122
4.2 mi
Pop: 31,575
$120,181
Walk: 12.5
80112
5.1 mi
Pop: 36,687
$107,504
Walk: 11.5
80121
6.0 mi
Pop: 17,929
$136,287
Walk: 11.6
80129
6.2 mi
Pop: 29,495
$136,915
Walk: 11.6
80111
6.4 mi
Pop: 31,817
$132,292
Walk: 10.3
80131
6.9 mi
Pop: 258
$82,500
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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