Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 37129
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 37129 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 60,615 and household incomes above the national median ($89,772). There are 14 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 37129.
Area Profile
60,615
Population
$89,772
Median Income
+20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 26.2% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 37129.
14
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
2.3 per 10K residents
6
Pet Care Services
1.0 per 10K residents
8
Pet Stores
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 37129 (14 vs. 14 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,870
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,597
Median Gross Rent
$370 K
Median Home Value
26
Bank Branches
$2.7 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
- 14
- Related Businesses
- 14
- Bank Branches
- 26
vs. National Average
Median Income
+20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.4 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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Walk: 12.2
37128
8.9 mi
Pop: 77,016
$89,069
Walk: 6.4
37130
9.7 mi
Pop: 57,768
$60,389
Walk: 8.4
37086
9.8 mi
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Walk: 7.0
37085
12.0 mi
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37014
13.2 mi
Pop: 3,633
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37127
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Walk: 4.4
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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