Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 07470
Opportunity Score
75
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 07470 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 54,131 and household incomes well above the national median ($151,561). There are 10 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 07470.
Area Profile
54,131
Population
$151,561
Median Income
+103% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.9/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 41.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 38.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 07470.
10
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.8 per 10K residents
5
Pet Care Services
0.9 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 07470 (10 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,300
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,126
Median Gross Rent
$600 K
Median Home Value
18
Bank Branches
$17 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in New Jersey
- 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.
- The median income here is $151,561. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 10
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 18
vs. National Average
Median Income
+103% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.4 pts vs. national avg
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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