Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 36025
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36025 is an urban area. with a population of 7,083 and household incomes near the national median ($54,030).
Area Profile
7,083
Population
$54,030
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 40.9 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,100
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,182
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Alabama
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
36020
3.7 mi
Pop: 1,090
$58,971
36054
5.6 mi
Pop: 14,891
$60,984
Walk: 5.2
36022
7.0 mi
Pop: 16,288
$89,301
36066
7.3 mi
Pop: 22,319
$80,364
Walk: 7.6
36110
9.0 mi
Pop: 11,692
$41,140
Walk: 12.1
36104
10.0 mi
Pop: 10,637
$34,975
36092
11.0 mi
Pop: 21,170
$75,540
Walk: 4.3
36113
11.4 mi
Pop: 970
$118,750
Walk: 9.5
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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