Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 07604
Opportunity Score
92
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 07604 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 12,067 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,670).
Area Profile
12,067
Population
$118,670
Median Income
+59% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.2 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 30.0% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,605
Median Gross Rent
$510 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$330 K 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 $118,670. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+59% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
07608
1.1 mi
Pop: 120
Walk: 14.4
07075
1.2 mi
Pop: 10,094
$131,412
07644
1.3 mi
Pop: 25,946
$84,570
Walk: 14.4
07606
1.7 mi
Pop: 2,771
$82,750
07074
2.0 mi
Pop: 3,106
$108,359
07057
2.4 mi
Pop: 11,825
$82,422
Walk: 15.3
07072
2.5 mi
Pop: 6,343
$94,854
Walk: 15.1
07026
2.7 mi
Pop: 32,502
$75,701
Walk: 14.9
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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