Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 11520
Opportunity Score
91
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11520 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 44,873 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,407).
Area Profile
44,873
Population
$119,407
Median Income
+60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 11520.
3
Pet Care Services
0.7 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,360
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,984
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$490 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 $119,407. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+60% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.9 pts vs. national avg
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11575
2.1 mi
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11710
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11572
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11553
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11570
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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