Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 34983
Opportunity Score
74
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 34983 is an urban area. with a population of 47,983 and household incomes near the national median ($72,787).
Area Profile
47,983
Population
$72,787
Median Income
-2% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 40.7 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 19.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,920
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,739
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$70 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
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-2% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
34986
3.4 mi
Pop: 29,713
$85,842
34952
4.2 mi
Pop: 41,679
$60,123
Walk: 7.5
34982
4.5 mi
Pop: 27,447
$54,025
Walk: 8.1
34981
5.0 mi
Pop: 6,167
$64,052
34984
5.4 mi
Pop: 19,207
$79,766
Walk: 8.8
34953
5.5 mi
Pop: 82,469
$81,028
Walk: 8.2
34957
8.3 mi
Pop: 23,094
$65,658
Walk: 6.7
34950
8.4 mi
Pop: 17,674
$32,707
Walk: 8.6
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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