Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 44838
Opportunity Score
16
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 44838 is an suburban area. with a population of 214 and household incomes near the national median ($56,250).
Area Profile
214
Population
$56,250
Median Income
-25% vs. national
Suburban
Area Type
Median Age: 31.0 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 8.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$890
2BR Fair Market Rent
$750
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
- Suburban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-25% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
44840
5.9 mi
Pop: 3,415
$80,664
Walk: 4.7
44805
8.4 mi
Pop: 31,024
$62,058
Walk: 8.4
44864
8.4 mi
Pop: 3,089
$57,500
Walk: 6.9
44842
8.7 mi
Pop: 5,571
$71,524
Walk: 4.1
44866
11.3 mi
Pop: 2,454
$63,125
Walk: 4.2
44843
11.9 mi
Pop: 2,732
$89,139
44638
12.1 mi
Pop: 1,228
$68,750
44905
14.6 mi
Pop: 16,254
$55,716
Walk: 6.2
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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