Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 11710
Opportunity Score
91
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11710 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 34,459 and household incomes well above the national median ($173,136).
Area Profile
34,459
Population
$173,136
Median Income
+132% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 41.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 38.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 11710.
4
Pet Care Services
1.2 per 10K residents
3
Pet Stores
0.9 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,850
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,495
Median Gross Rent
$650 K
Median Home Value
6
Bank Branches
$1.3 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.
- The median income here is $173,136. 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
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 6
vs. National Average
Median Income
+132% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+4.3 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