Private Schools Market: ZIP 85024
Opportunity Score
76
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 85024 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 25,674 and household incomes above the national median ($97,759).
Area Profile
25,674
Population
$97,759
Median Income
+31% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.7/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 33.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 30.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 85024.
5
Child Care Centers
1.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,260
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,813
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$140 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Arizona
- 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
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+31% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
85050
3.2 mi
Pop: 32,669
$137,389
Walk: 10.7
85027
4.1 mi
Pop: 38,986
$73,255
Walk: 12.0
85022
4.3 mi
Pop: 52,488
$66,601
Walk: 13.1
85023
5.1 mi
Pop: 34,635
$72,442
Walk: 12.6
85032
5.3 mi
Pop: 70,447
$74,331
Walk: 13.7
85085
5.4 mi
Pop: 30,132
$122,138
Walk: 6.2
85054
6.9 mi
Pop: 10,159
$89,099
85053
7.3 mi
Pop: 29,719
$66,870
Walk: 14.3
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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