Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 37066
Opportunity Score
55
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 37066 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 62,404 and household incomes above the national median ($78,049). There are 8 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 37066.
Area Profile
62,404
Population
$78,049
Median Income
+5% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 22.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 37066.
8
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.3 per 10K residents
4
Pet Care Services
0.6 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 66.7% of the relevant market in ZIP 37066 (8 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,305
Median Gross Rent
$380 K
Median Home Value
24
Bank Branches
$2.2 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Tennessee
- 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
- Veterinary Practices
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 24
vs. National Average
Median Income
+5% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
37031
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Pop: 3,984
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37048
11.3 mi
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37075
11.3 mi
Pop: 72,541
$97,597
Walk: 6.9
37022
12.5 mi
Pop: 6,036
$61,250
37148
12.6 mi
Pop: 25,421
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Walk: 4.7
37138
15.3 mi
Pop: 22,539
$87,450
Walk: 7.0
37087
15.9 mi
Pop: 55,235
$80,978
Walk: 8.0
37188
16.5 mi
Pop: 17,685
$87,412
Walk: 5.3
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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