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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 28134

Opportunity Score

80 / 100 Excellent

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 28134 is an urban area. with a population of 13,121 and household incomes above the national median ($82,947).

13,121

Population

$82,947

Median Income

+11% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 35.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 30.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 28134.

Pet Care Services

3.0 per 10K residents

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,980

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,694

Median Gross Rent

$340 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$560 K deposits

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.