Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 34986
Opportunity Score
82
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 34986 is an urban area. with a population of 29,713 and household incomes above the national median ($85,842).
Area Profile
29,713
Population
$85,842
Median Income
+15% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 54.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 26.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,990
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,600
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$1.4 M 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
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+15% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
34983
3.4 mi
Pop: 47,983
$72,787
34981
5.0 mi
Pop: 6,167
$64,052
34953
5.5 mi
Pop: 82,469
$81,028
Walk: 8.2
34982
7.0 mi
Pop: 27,447
$54,025
Walk: 8.1
34987
7.1 mi
Pop: 17,911
$79,560
34984
7.3 mi
Pop: 19,207
$79,766
Walk: 8.8
34952
7.5 mi
Pop: 41,679
$60,123
Walk: 7.5
34947
8.6 mi
Pop: 13,192
$44,985
Walk: 6.9
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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