Vet Costs Near Columbia, SC (29229)
Opportunity Score
56
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29229 is an urban area. with a population of 50,652 and household incomes near the national median ($72,571). There are 5 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 29229.
Area Profile
50,652
Population
$72,571
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 29.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 29229.
5
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.0 per 10K residents
5
Pet Care Services
1.0 per 10K residents
4
Pet Stores
0.8 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 35.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 29229 (5 vs. 9 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,528
Median Gross Rent
$230 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$730 K deposits
Compare with Another ZIP
Side-by-side: opportunity score, income, walkability, competition, and rent.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Veterinary Practices
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 9
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
Check Another Market
Or estimate costs with the VetCostCalc calculator.
Data sources
U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits