Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 11717
Opportunity Score
40
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11717 is an urban area with low foot traffic.
Area Profile
Urban
Area Type
8.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,260
2BR Fair Market Rent
3
Bank Branches
$220 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Walkability
-2.2 pts vs. national avg
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11722
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11725
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Pop: 29,050
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Walk: 8.0
11751
4.5 mi
Pop: 13,152
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11718
4.7 mi
Pop: 3,185
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Walk: 10.0
11706
5.1 mi
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Walk: 7.4
11729
5.3 mi
Pop: 26,647
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Walk: 9.1
11787
5.5 mi
Pop: 34,656
$141,505
Walk: 8.3
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Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits