Private Schools Market: ZIP 80809
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80809 is an urban area. with a population of 892 and household incomes above the national median ($81,210).
Area Profile
892
Population
$81,210
Median Income
+9% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 58.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 38.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,870
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,969
Median Gross Rent
$500 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
+9% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
80829
5.5 mi
Pop: 5,574
$85,341
80819
6.6 mi
Pop: 882
$104,911
80904
9.6 mi
Pop: 21,369
$69,566
Walk: 14.4
80813
10.2 mi
Pop: 1,691
$47,799
80919
10.3 mi
Pop: 27,539
$116,316
Walk: 8.6
80906
11.3 mi
Pop: 37,403
$88,047
Walk: 9.6
80905
12.0 mi
Pop: 17,269
$64,496
Walk: 16.5
80860
12.1 mi
Pop: 589
$53,333
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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