Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 36613
Opportunity Score
47
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 36613 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 12,082 and household incomes below the national median ($49,317).
Area Profile
12,082
Population
$49,317
Median Income
-34% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
4.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,233
Median Gross Rent
$150 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
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-34% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.2 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
36618
5.2 mi
Pop: 17,438
$59,075
Walk: 6.8
36571
6.2 mi
Pop: 17,037
$61,574
Walk: 7.7
36612
6.5 mi
Pop: 3,558
$36,777
Walk: 7.1
36575
6.6 mi
Pop: 22,444
$69,381
36663
7.4 mi
Pop: 152
Walk: 8.3
36688
7.9 mi
Pop: 2,083
Walk: 5.2
36611
8.1 mi
Pop: 6,367
$42,854
Walk: 8.0
36617
9.1 mi
Pop: 11,952
$39,922
Walk: 7.4
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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