Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 37714
Opportunity Score
64
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 37714 is an urban area. with a population of 4,150 and household incomes near the national median ($53,431).
Area Profile
4,150
Population
$53,431
Median Income
-28% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 47.3 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 7.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,000
2BR Fair Market Rent
$862
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-28% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
37710
6.7 mi
Pop: 1,136
$29,646
37769
6.9 mi
Pop: 5,673
$51,691
Walk: 4.1
37757
10.5 mi
Pop: 10,515
$63,889
37716
10.7 mi
Pop: 26,361
$61,250
Walk: 7.8
37756
11.6 mi
Pop: 2,980
$33,988
37828
13.0 mi
Pop: 1,348
$74,698
37840
13.8 mi
Pop: 10,402
$60,064
Walk: 4.9
37847
13.9 mi
Pop: 2,789
$48,333
Walk: 3.6
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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