Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 33473
Opportunity Score
100
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 33473 is an urban area. with a population of 11,455 and household incomes well above the national median ($148,776).
Area Profile
11,455
Population
$148,776
Median Income
+99% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 50.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 48.5% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$3,280
2BR Fair Market Rent
$730 K
Median Home Value
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.
- The median income here is $148,776. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+99% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
33472
2.5 mi
Pop: 18,689
$98,289
Walk: 8.2
33437
3.0 mi
Pop: 37,862
$78,941
Walk: 7.8
33446
3.2 mi
Pop: 28,018
$74,995
Walk: 8.0
33484
5.2 mi
Pop: 25,905
$56,942
Walk: 10.3
33436
6.0 mi
Pop: 47,495
$76,011
Walk: 11.0
33467
6.5 mi
Pop: 56,447
$93,053
Walk: 10.3
33496
6.7 mi
Pop: 24,546
$111,754
Walk: 7.7
33445
6.7 mi
Pop: 31,604
$70,748
Walk: 11.1
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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