Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 33196
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 33196 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 53,846 and household incomes above the national median ($93,370). There are 5 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 33196.
Area Profile
53,846
Population
$93,370
Median Income
+25% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
11.6/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.9% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 33196.
5
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
0.9 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
0.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 33196 (5 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,960
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,114
Median Gross Rent
$460 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Florida
- 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
- Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+25% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+1.1 pts vs. national avg
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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