Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 19941
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19941 is an suburban area. with a population of 3,120 and household incomes near the national median ($66,601).
Area Profile
3,120
Population
$66,601
Median Income
-11% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,310
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,054
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Delaware
- 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
- Suburban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-11% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
19960
4.1 mi
Pop: 7,083
$66,929
Walk: 4.8
19947
8.6 mi
Pop: 19,343
$68,529
Walk: 9.3
19954
9.7 mi
Pop: 1,728
$61,823
Walk: 9.8
19968
10.1 mi
Pop: 14,791
$81,646
Walk: 6.3
19963
11.2 mi
Pop: 22,544
$65,420
Walk: 8.5
19950
11.9 mi
Pop: 7,822
$74,970
19933
12.9 mi
Pop: 11,409
$61,261
19951
14.0 mi
Pop: 1,957
$79,698
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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