Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 28547
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 28547 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 21,266 and household incomes near the national median ($67,981).
Area Profile
21,266
Population
$67,981
Median Income
-9% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 21.2 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 5.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,454
Median Gross Rent
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in North Carolina
- 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
-9% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
28544
5.2 mi
Pop: 4,260
$49,449
Walk: 5.4
28539
7.9 mi
Pop: 17,900
$61,280
28543
8.6 mi
Pop: 6,341
$43,680
28460
9.6 mi
Pop: 13,405
$86,180
Walk: 6.1
28542
11.4 mi
Pop: 3,559
$112,981
Walk: 5.2
28540
14.1 mi
Pop: 50,808
$61,462
Walk: 7.0
28546
14.2 mi
Pop: 48,122
$60,552
Walk: 6.9
28582
14.7 mi
Pop: 1,504
$74,867
Walk: 3.1
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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