Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 34669
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 34669 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,225 and household incomes near the national median ($52,648).
Area Profile
14,225
Population
$52,648
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 46.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,810
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,285
Median Gross Rent
$220 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$68 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
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-29% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
34654
4.2 mi
Pop: 24,357
$64,210
Walk: 9.1
34667
4.3 mi
Pop: 30,674
$51,106
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34679
6.4 mi
Pop: 131
Walk: 6.1
34610
6.9 mi
Pop: 16,544
$73,878
Walk: 4.5
34606
7.8 mi
Pop: 28,155
$54,730
Walk: 9.6
34638
7.9 mi
Pop: 35,900
$117,931
Walk: 5.6
34668
8.2 mi
Pop: 48,025
$45,760
Walk: 12.1
34653
9.4 mi
Pop: 36,086
$47,660
Walk: 14.0
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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