Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 14094
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14094 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 50,526 and household incomes near the national median ($73,354). There are 7 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 14094.
Area Profile
50,526
Population
$73,354
Median Income
-2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.4/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 20.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 14094.
7
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.4 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
0.6 per 10K residents
3
Pet Stores
0.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 53.8% of the relevant market in ZIP 14094 (7 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,050
2BR Fair Market Rent
$869
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$880 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
- Very Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 7
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
-2% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.1 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