Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 19955
Opportunity Score
16
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19955 is an urban area. with a population of 359 and household incomes below the national median ($50,000).
Area Profile
359
Population
$50,000
Median Income
-33% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 14.0 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 12.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,820
2BR Fair Market Rent
$220 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-33% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
19938
3.1 mi
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19936
5.5 mi
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19953
5.5 mi
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$71,466
Walk: 4.7
19904
6.6 mi
Pop: 38,125
$66,885
Walk: 13.7
19977
9.6 mi
Pop: 27,164
$78,803
Walk: 4.8
19964
10.0 mi
Pop: 1,570
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Walk: 3.9
21649
10.0 mi
Pop: 1,938
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Walk: 4.6
19934
10.1 mi
Pop: 13,579
$79,100
Walk: 12.3
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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