Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 39470
Opportunity Score
53
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 39470 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 12,872 and household incomes near the national median ($51,830).
Area Profile
12,872
Population
$51,830
Median Income
-31% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
7.2/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 40.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.1% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,040
2BR Fair Market Rent
$888
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$220 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Mississippi
- 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-31% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.3 pts vs. national avg
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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