Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 14580
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 14580 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 54,466 and household incomes above the national median ($95,499). There are 6 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 14580.
Area Profile
54,466
Population
$95,499
Median Income
+28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 45.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 33.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 14580.
6
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.1 per 10K residents
7
Pet Care Services
1.3 per 10K residents
6
Pet Stores
1.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 31.6% of the relevant market in ZIP 14580 (6 vs. 13 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,740
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,387
Median Gross Rent
$250 K
Median Home Value
11
Bank Branches
$1.3 M 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
- Veterinary Practices
- 6
- Related Businesses
- 13
- Bank Branches
- 11
vs. National Average
Median Income
+28% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
14526
4.5 mi
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Walk: 13.1
14625
6.3 mi
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$107,246
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14622
7.3 mi
Pop: 12,794
$73,683
Walk: 10.8
14609
7.9 mi
Pop: 40,171
$61,933
Walk: 13.0
14445
7.9 mi
Pop: 7,604
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Walk: 14.0
14610
8.7 mi
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Walk: 14.3
14450
8.8 mi
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Walk: 10.7
14519
9.0 mi
Pop: 12,487
$91,331
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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