Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 19953
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19953 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 4,614 and household incomes near the national median ($71,466).
Area Profile
4,614
Population
$71,466
Median Income
-4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.3 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 6.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,063
Median Gross Rent
$240 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
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
19964
4.5 mi
Pop: 1,570
$95,250
Walk: 3.9
19955
5.5 mi
Pop: 359
$50,000
21649
6.2 mi
Pop: 1,938
$58,464
Walk: 4.6
19934
6.6 mi
Pop: 13,579
$79,100
Walk: 12.3
19938
7.2 mi
Pop: 9,867
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19904
7.5 mi
Pop: 38,125
$66,885
Walk: 13.7
19936
8.8 mi
Pop: 176
$35,556
19980
10.1 mi
Pop: 118
$84,079
Walk: 4.9
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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