Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 19510
Opportunity Score
98
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19510 is an urban area. with a population of 8,134 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,216).
Area Profile
8,134
Population
$117,216
Median Income
+57% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 42.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 22.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,560
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,149
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$130 K 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 $117,216. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
+57% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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19605
5.5 mi
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19555
6.0 mi
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19604
6.3 mi
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19601
7.3 mi
Pop: 36,493
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Walk: 8.8
19606
7.6 mi
Pop: 36,097
$81,872
Walk: 8.4
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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