Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 10924
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 10924 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 13,612 and household incomes well above the national median ($114,567). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 10924.
Area Profile
13,612
Population
$114,567
Median Income
+54% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 45.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 10924.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
2.2 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,840
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,668
Median Gross Rent
$430 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$550 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 $114,567. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+54% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.3 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