Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 11355
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11355 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 79,802 and household incomes near the national median ($53,700).
Area Profile
79,802
Population
$53,700
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 18.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,570
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,664
Median Gross Rent
$710 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$3.6 M 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 14
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
11354
1.2 mi
Pop: 52,325
$62,833
Walk: 15.7
11367
1.5 mi
Pop: 42,210
$75,804
Walk: 13.7
11358
1.8 mi
Pop: 36,496
$88,729
Walk: 16.2
11365
2.0 mi
Pop: 43,258
$85,375
Walk: 14.9
11368
2.2 mi
Pop: 107,060
$71,798
Walk: 13.6
11357
2.4 mi
Pop: 42,341
$97,754
Walk: 13.3
11375
2.5 mi
Pop: 75,320
$104,319
Walk: 14.5
11424
2.6 mi
Pop: 0
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the VetCostCalc calculator.
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