Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 50316
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 50316 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 16,188 and household incomes near the national median ($53,090).
Area Profile
16,188
Population
$53,090
Median Income
-29% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
14.1/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 31.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 7.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,070
2BR Fair Market Rent
$963
Median Gross Rent
$140 K
Median Home Value
2
Bank Branches
$64 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 2
vs. National Average
Median Income
-29% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+3.6 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
50319
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Pop: 0
50314
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50309
2.3 mi
Pop: 9,199
$57,974
50317
3.5 mi
Pop: 36,721
$61,569
Walk: 11.9
50313
3.7 mi
Pop: 18,280
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50315
4.6 mi
Pop: 35,349
$62,036
Walk: 12.3
50311
5.1 mi
Pop: 15,889
$63,233
Walk: 12.6
50310
5.2 mi
Pop: 31,283
$74,473
Walk: 11.5
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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