Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 19010
Opportunity Score
85
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19010 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 22,004 and household incomes well above the national median ($143,986).
Area Profile
22,004
Population
$143,986
Median Income
+93% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.1/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 37.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 47.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,470
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,890
Median Gross Rent
$790 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$2 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Pennsylvania
- 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 $143,986. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
+93% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+0.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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2.7 mi
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19083
3.5 mi
Pop: 37,220
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19008
4.0 mi
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19035
4.1 mi
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19428
4.3 mi
Pop: 20,225
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Walk: 11.3
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4.3 mi
Pop: 15,136
$186,648
Walk: 14.5
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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