Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 10517
Opportunity Score
50
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 10517 is an urban area. with a population of 551 and household incomes well above the national median ($110,417).
Area Profile
551
Population
$110,417
Median Income
+48% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 48.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 22.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,340
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,571
Median Gross Rent
$600 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in New York
- 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 $110,417. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+48% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
10547
1.4 mi
Pop: 7,361
$155,295
10567
2.5 mi
Pop: 20,260
$152,334
Walk: 8.9
10588
3.2 mi
Pop: 3,081
$171,598
Walk: 4.3
10537
3.5 mi
Pop: 2,418
$126,354
10566
4.0 mi
Pop: 25,484
$91,042
Walk: 14.1
10598
4.5 mi
Pop: 28,894
$163,040
Walk: 8.6
10520
5.0 mi
Pop: 12,208
$140,018
Walk: 13.6
10535
5.2 mi
Pop: 323
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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