Private Schools Market: ZIP 80247
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80247 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 29,453 and household incomes near the national median ($63,798).
Area Profile
29,453
Population
$63,798
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 31.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 80247.
3
Child Care Centers
1.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,754
Median Gross Rent
$300 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
80230
1.7 mi
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$100,968
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80231
1.9 mi
Pop: 35,297
$73,961
Walk: 13.5
80224
2.4 mi
Pop: 19,265
$82,013
Walk: 15.1
80012
2.8 mi
Pop: 51,389
$69,835
Walk: 13.2
80010
3.1 mi
Pop: 42,010
$60,755
Walk: 12.5
80220
3.6 mi
Pop: 36,311
$101,961
Walk: 14.8
80246
3.6 mi
Pop: 13,028
$66,503
Walk: 15.0
80014
3.7 mi
Pop: 39,277
$72,561
Walk: 13.6
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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