Private Schools Market: ZIP 97026
Opportunity Score
82
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 97026 is an urban area. with a population of 3,898 and household incomes above the national median ($89,630).
Area Profile
3,898
Population
$89,630
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,760
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,689
Median Gross Rent
$350 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Oregon
- 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
+20% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
97305
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97303
7.8 mi
Pop: 40,893
$81,057
Walk: 14.0
97071
7.9 mi
Pop: 31,847
$70,130
Walk: 11.3
97137
8.0 mi
Pop: 1,126
$104,643
Walk: 4.5
97020
10.6 mi
Pop: 1,242
$79,167
97114
11.2 mi
Pop: 5,136
$87,560
97373
11.6 mi
Pop: 135
97301
11.6 mi
Pop: 56,274
$57,497
Walk: 15.4
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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