Private Schools Market: ZIP 80220
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80220 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 36,311 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,961). There are 3 private schools operations in ZIP 80220.
Area Profile
36,311
Population
$101,961
Median Income
+37% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 48.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 80220.
3
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
0.8 per 10K residents
10
Child Care Centers
2.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 23.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 80220 (3 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,621
Median Gross Rent
$740 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$110 K 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 $101,961. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Private Schools
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+37% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.3 pts vs. national avg
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80230
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80246
2.2 mi
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$66,503
Walk: 15.0
80206
2.5 mi
Pop: 24,555
$102,248
Walk: 14.2
80224
3.2 mi
Pop: 19,265
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80247
3.6 mi
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80218
3.7 mi
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Walk: 15.4
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Walk: 15.4
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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