Private Schools Market: ZIP 98033
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 98033 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 40,662 and household incomes well above the national median ($174,005). There are 4 private schools operations in ZIP 98033.
Area Profile
40,662
Population
$174,005
Median Income
+133% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 53.0% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Private Schools and related businesses in ZIP 98033.
4
Private Schools
Low competition — room to establish
1.0 per 10K residents
26
Child Care Centers
6.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Private Schools are 13.3% of the relevant market in ZIP 98033 (4 vs. 26 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,370
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,386
Median Gross Rent
$1.3 M
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.5 M 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 $174,005. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Private Schools
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 26
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+133% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
98034
3.1 mi
Pop: 51,836
$128,974
Walk: 12.2
98004
4.1 mi
Pop: 39,435
$176,367
Walk: 12.7
98039
4.3 mi
Pop: 2,889
$249,688
Walk: 12.3
98005
4.7 mi
Pop: 21,929
$158,396
Walk: 13.5
98052
5.1 mi
Pop: 79,074
$164,848
Walk: 12.5
98007
5.5 mi
Pop: 26,838
$126,814
Walk: 14.2
98011
5.6 mi
Pop: 28,250
$127,445
Walk: 12.4
98115
6.3 mi
Pop: 54,248
$148,190
Walk: 16.2
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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