Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 19960
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 19960 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 7,083 and household incomes near the national median ($66,929).
Area Profile
7,083
Population
$66,929
Median Income
-10% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
4.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,420
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,306
Median Gross Rent
$280 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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-10% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
19941
4.1 mi
Pop: 3,120
$66,601
19963
7.1 mi
Pop: 22,544
$65,420
Walk: 8.5
19954
8.3 mi
Pop: 1,728
$61,823
Walk: 9.8
19968
10.1 mi
Pop: 14,791
$81,646
Walk: 6.3
19947
12.5 mi
Pop: 19,343
$68,529
Walk: 9.3
19946
13.0 mi
Pop: 5,508
$76,213
19950
13.2 mi
Pop: 7,822
$74,970
19952
14.7 mi
Pop: 10,730
$78,333
Walk: 2.3
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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