Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 13680
Opportunity Score
35
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 13680 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,417 and household incomes near the national median ($73,000).
Area Profile
1,417
Population
$73,000
Median Income
-2% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
4.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 29.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 13.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$625
Median Gross Rent
$130 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.2 pts vs. national avg
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13669
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13617
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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