Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 50131
Opportunity Score
67
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 50131 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 24,388 and household incomes well above the national median ($103,316). There are 5 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 50131.
Area Profile
24,388
Population
$103,316
Median Income
+39% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.8/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 38.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 37.7% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 50131.
5
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
2.1 per 10K residents
5
Pet Care Services
2.1 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 50.0% of the relevant market in ZIP 50131 (5 vs. 5 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,410
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,284
Median Gross Rent
$350 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$870 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Iowa
- 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 $103,316. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 5
- Related Businesses
- 5
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
+39% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.3 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