Private Schools Market: ZIP 80920
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 80920 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 38,154 and household incomes well above the national median ($111,233). There are 4 private schools operations in ZIP 80920.
Area Profile
38,154
Population
$111,233
Median Income
+49% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 35.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 80920.
4
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
1.0 per 10K residents
24
Child Care Centers
6.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 14.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 80920 (4 vs. 24 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,250
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,955
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
18
Bank Branches
$1.1 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 $111,233. 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
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 24
- Bank Branches
- 18
vs. National Average
Median Income
+49% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
80918
3.2 mi
Pop: 48,291
$82,743
Walk: 10.9
80924
3.5 mi
Pop: 17,043
$137,838
80923
4.5 mi
Pop: 32,333
$103,556
Walk: 8.8
80917
5.2 mi
Pop: 30,988
$72,805
Walk: 9.7
80907
6.3 mi
Pop: 27,135
$71,393
Walk: 14.5
80922
6.7 mi
Pop: 30,388
$107,457
80840
7.1 mi
Pop: 6,701
$93,889
80909
7.1 mi
Pop: 36,171
$61,777
Walk: 15.1
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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