Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 10918
Opportunity Score
81
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 10918 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 11,937 and household incomes well above the national median ($147,011).
Area Profile
11,937
Population
$147,011
Median Income
+97% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 28.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,652
Median Gross Rent
$420 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$560 K deposits
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 $147,011. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+97% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.9 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