Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 33785
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 33785 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 4,871 and household incomes above the national median ($98,750).
Area Profile
4,871
Population
$98,750
Median Income
+32% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 58.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 40.1% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,804
Median Gross Rent
$690 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$59 K 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
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+32% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
33774
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$76,769
Walk: 13.1
33786
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33776
3.4 mi
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$101,618
Walk: 10.9
33770
3.6 mi
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33778
3.6 mi
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33772
5.0 mi
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Walk: 12.5
33756
5.4 mi
Pop: 32,928
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Walk: 13.5
33767
5.9 mi
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$105,662
Walk: 11.4
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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