Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 07642
Opportunity Score
84
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 07642 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 10,086 and household incomes well above the national median ($169,862).
Area Profile
10,086
Population
$169,862
Median Income
+128% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 42.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 43.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 07642.
3
Pet Care Services
3.0 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,720
Median Gross Rent
$660 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$970 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 $169,862. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+128% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.5 pts vs. national avg
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07645
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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