Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 04967
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 04967 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 3,918 and household incomes near the national median ($55,822).
Area Profile
3,918
Population
$55,822
Median Income
-25% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
6.5/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,180
2BR Fair Market Rent
$879
Median Gross Rent
$150 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$59 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Maine
- A veterinary practice costs $500K-$1.5M to start from scratch. Most new vets buy into existing practices or start mobile to reduce overhead.
- DEA registration, state veterinary license, and controlled substance permits all take time. Start applications 6 months before your target opening.
- Pet ownership rates vary by ZIP. Suburban areas with single-family homes consistently outperform dense urban cores for vet visit volume.
- Emergency and after-hours services command 2-3x standard pricing. Even offering limited emergency hours gives you a revenue edge in most markets.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-25% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.0 pts vs. national avg
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04922
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04924
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04929
9.1 mi
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04943
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04927
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04971
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Walk: 4.4
04969
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Pop: 1,319
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Walk: 4.1
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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