Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 33980
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 33980 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 13,235 and household incomes near the national median ($61,871).
Area Profile
13,235
Population
$61,871
Median Income
-17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.5/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 63.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 17.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,250
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,216
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$94 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
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.0 pts vs. national avg
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33950
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33954
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34288
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33948
7.0 mi
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Walk: 6.7
34286
9.7 mi
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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