Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 40160
Opportunity Score
57
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 40160 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 23,205 and household incomes near the national median ($59,293).
Area Profile
23,205
Population
$59,293
Median Income
-20% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 36.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 40160.
5
Pet Care Services
2.2 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,010
2BR Fair Market Rent
$889
Median Gross Rent
$160 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$130 K deposits
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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
-20% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.5 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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40162
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42701
9.9 mi
Pop: 53,240
$68,715
Walk: 8.2
40155
10.3 mi
Pop: 1,164
$47,059
Walk: 5.3
40175
10.9 mi
Pop: 16,283
$75,156
Walk: 5.3
40177
13.1 mi
Pop: 1,627
$47,500
Walk: 6.7
42724
13.5 mi
Pop: 5,528
$75,066
Walk: 8.0
40117
14.5 mi
Pop: 2,089
$56,791
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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