Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 37876
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 37876 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 32,964 and household incomes near the national median ($58,513).
Area Profile
32,964
Population
$58,513
Median Income
-22% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
5.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 47.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 16.3% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$997
Median Gross Rent
$260 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$33 K 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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-22% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.8 pts vs. national avg
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37738
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37862
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37865
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37871
18.8 mi
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Walk: 4.5
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Walk: 1.0
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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