Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 45402
Opportunity Score
58
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 45402 is an urban area. with a population of 9,964 and household incomes below the national median ($45,386).
Area Profile
9,964
Population
$45,386
Median Income
-39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 35.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 20.7% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,120
2BR Fair Market Rent
$921
Median Gross Rent
$110 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$1.6 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-39% vs. $74,580
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45469
2.4 mi
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Walk: 12.2
45409
3.0 mi
Pop: 15,677
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45406
3.0 mi
Pop: 20,261
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45410
3.5 mi
Pop: 15,617
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Walk: 14.7
45428
3.8 mi
Pop: 274
Walk: 10.7
45403
4.0 mi
Pop: 13,831
$36,250
Walk: 14.3
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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