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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 14504

Opportunity Score
38 / 100 Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 14504 is an rural area. with a population of 1,655 and household incomes near the national median ($61,172).

Area Profile

1,655
Population
$61,172
Median Income
-18% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 39.6 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 16.0% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Operating Costs

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,420
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,188
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$120 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.
  • This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits