Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 40110
Opportunity Score
16
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 40110 is an urban area. with a population of 478 and household incomes below the national median ($46,677).
Area Profile
478
Population
$46,677
Median Income
-37% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 10.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,180
2BR Fair Market Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Kentucky
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-37% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
40150
4.6 mi
Pop: 4,824
$60,823
40165
4.8 mi
Pop: 38,533
$77,083
Walk: 5.0
40047
9.3 mi
Pop: 23,160
$93,609
Walk: 6.9
40229
10.3 mi
Pop: 40,015
$78,877
Walk: 5.7
40109
11.0 mi
Pop: 2,363
$73,350
40013
11.7 mi
Pop: 6,830
$97,592
40118
13.1 mi
Pop: 9,903
$52,257
40291
13.8 mi
Pop: 41,506
$81,576
Walk: 8.6
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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