Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 11718
Opportunity Score
77
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 11718 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 3,185 and household incomes well above the national median ($203,750).
Area Profile
3,185
Population
$203,750
Median Income
+173% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
10.0/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 37.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,350
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,986
Median Gross Rent
$710 K
Median Home Value
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 $203,750. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
vs. National Average
Median Income
+173% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
11706
1.3 mi
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$115,112
Walk: 7.4
11795
2.5 mi
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$171,068
Walk: 8.1
11751
3.4 mi
Pop: 13,152
$116,328
Walk: 9.5
11703
4.5 mi
Pop: 17,205
$130,140
Walk: 10.1
11717
4.7 mi
Walk: 8.3
11730
5.3 mi
Pop: 14,376
$146,190
Walk: 7.0
11729
5.4 mi
Pop: 26,647
$138,350
Walk: 9.1
11722
6.4 mi
Pop: 38,443
$110,365
Walk: 8.5
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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