Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 39746
Opportunity Score
39
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 39746 is an suburban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 2,731 and household incomes near the national median ($56,053).
Area Profile
2,731
Population
$56,053
Median Income
-25% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
3.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 10.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$761
Median Gross Rent
$98 K
Median Home Value
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
- Suburban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-25% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-6.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
39740
7.2 mi
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Walk: 3.3
39705
11.3 mi
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$69,292
Walk: 9.5
39730
12.3 mi
Pop: 11,496
$47,552
Walk: 7.3
38844
12.6 mi
Pop: 190
$63,352
39766
12.9 mi
Pop: 2,860
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38848
15.8 mi
Pop: 685
$64,184
39773
19.3 mi
Pop: 14,771
$38,914
Walk: 5.9
35586
20.8 mi
Pop: 3,442
$42,375
Walk: 4.0
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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