Private Schools Market: ZIP 98026
Opportunity Score
88
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98026 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 38,985 and household incomes well above the national median ($124,462).
Area Profile
38,985
Population
$124,462
Median Income
+67% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 42.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 35.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 98026.
9
Child Care Centers
2.3 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,894
Median Gross Rent
$760 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$310 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Private School Business in Washington
- 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 $124,462. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+67% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98037
3.4 mi
Pop: 30,574
$104,357
Walk: 12.1
98043
3.7 mi
Pop: 21,417
$101,408
Walk: 14.2
98020
3.8 mi
Pop: 19,064
$122,243
Walk: 6.8
98036
4.2 mi
Pop: 42,016
$89,566
Walk: 10.2
98087
4.9 mi
Pop: 40,607
$106,541
Walk: 13.2
98275
5.3 mi
Pop: 21,312
$122,612
Walk: 11.5
98155
6.2 mi
Pop: 35,906
$131,911
Walk: 12.7
98133
6.7 mi
Pop: 52,620
$92,371
Walk: 16.9
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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