Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 39574
Opportunity Score
72
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 39574 is an urban area. with a population of 13,830 and household incomes near the national median ($69,167).
Area Profile
13,830
Population
$69,167
Median Income
-7% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 38.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 11.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,090
2BR Fair Market Rent
$942
Median Gross Rent
$190 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$2.2 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
-7% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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39573
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39503
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$61,298
Walk: 6.8
39532
11.7 mi
Pop: 36,710
$65,892
Walk: 5.8
39507
15.2 mi
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39531
17.1 mi
Pop: 19,045
$54,599
Walk: 7.9
39571
17.5 mi
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Walk: 7.3
39540
18.4 mi
Pop: 13,033
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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