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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 10004

Opportunity Score

80 / 100 Excellent

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 10004 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 3,875 and household incomes well above the national median ($220,592).

3,875

Population

$220,592

Median Income

+196% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

9.0/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 32.9 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 70.6% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$3,720

2BR Fair Market Rent

$3,501

Median Gross Rent

$1.9 M

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$5 M deposits

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 $220,592. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.