Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 44049
Opportunity Score
18
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 44049 is an urban area. with a population of 230 and household incomes near the national median ($58,750).
Area Profile
230
Population
$58,750
Median Income
-21% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 13.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,030
2BR Fair Market Rent
$863
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Ohio
- 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
-21% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
44074
5.1 mi
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$73,697
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44889
5.5 mi
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$86,852
Walk: 4.5
44001
7.6 mi
Pop: 21,123
$91,050
Walk: 9.3
44090
8.7 mi
Pop: 10,341
$78,318
Walk: 7.6
44089
10.0 mi
Pop: 15,873
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Walk: 8.9
44826
12.0 mi
Pop: 1,002
$56,250
44814
12.1 mi
Pop: 2,329
$72,455
44050
12.3 mi
Pop: 7,204
$100,625
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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