Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 29626
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 29626 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,678 and household incomes near the national median ($55,063).
Area Profile
13,678
Population
$55,063
Median Income
-26% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 11.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$980
2BR Fair Market Rent
$871
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$56 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in South 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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-26% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.8 pts vs. national avg
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29624
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29689
9.8 mi
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29621
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30643
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Walk: 3.7
29670
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Pop: 2,887
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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