Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 44484
Opportunity Score
47
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 44484 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 21,634 and household incomes near the national median ($65,435). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 44484.
Area Profile
21,634
Population
$65,435
Median Income
-12% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 43.6 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 18.8% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 44484.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.4 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
1.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 44484 (3 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$980
2BR Fair Market Rent
$840
Median Gross Rent
$170 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$420 K deposits
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
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-12% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
44446
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Walk: 7.7
44483
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44437
5.7 mi
Pop: 3,900
$72,545
Walk: 7.6
44473
6.1 mi
Pop: 4,106
$76,382
Walk: 4.5
44485
6.8 mi
Pop: 15,194
$33,720
Walk: 6.3
44420
7.0 mi
Pop: 15,066
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Walk: 7.4
44440
7.8 mi
Pop: 4,932
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44410
7.8 mi
Pop: 16,467
$63,158
Walk: 6.9
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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