Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 19348
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19348 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,435 and household incomes well above the national median ($118,367). There are 6 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 19348.
Area Profile
23,435
Population
$118,367
Median Income
+59% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 44.5 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 39.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 19348.
6
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
2.6 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,650
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,588
Median Gross Rent
$520 K
Median Home Value
14
Bank Branches
$1.2 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 $118,367. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 14
vs. National Average
Median Income
+59% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.2 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