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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 38355

Opportunity Score

71 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 38355 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 8,244 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,343).

8,244

Population

$103,343

Median Income

+39% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

6.0/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 39.1 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 24.2% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,170

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,166

Median Gross Rent

$260 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$69 K deposits

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.
The median income here is $103,343. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.