Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 45249
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 45249 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,219 and household incomes well above the national median ($107,227). There are 5 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 45249.
Area Profile
14,219
Population
$107,227
Median Income
+44% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 39.6 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 47.9% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 45249.
5
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
3.5 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
2.1 per 10K residents
3
Pet Stores
2.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 45.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 45249 (5 vs. 6 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,760
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,476
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$1.1 M 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.
- The median income here is $107,227. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 6
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
+44% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.7 pts vs. national avg
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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