Private Schools Market: ZIP 82009
Opportunity Score
73
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 82009 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 35,355 and household incomes well above the national median ($102,727).
Area Profile
35,355
Population
$102,727
Median Income
+38% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.6% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 82009.
11
Child Care Centers
3.1 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,120
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,106
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$720 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Wyoming
- 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 $102,727. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 11
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+38% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.3 pts vs. national avg
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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