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Private Schools Market: ZIP 84744

Opportunity Score
22 / 100 Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 84744 is an rural area. with a population of 298 and household incomes near the national median ($60,938).

Area Profile

298
Population
$60,938
Median Income
-18% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 17.9 — young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 15.1% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$671
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value

Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Utah

  • 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.
  • This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits