Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 53233
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 53233 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 14,412 and household incomes below the national median ($20,306).
Area Profile
14,412
Population
$20,306
Median Income
-73% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 22.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 6.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,080
2BR Fair Market Rent
$846
Median Gross Rent
$130 K
Median Home Value
5
Bank Branches
$250 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Wisconsin
- 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.
- Median income sits at $20,306. Price sensitivity is real. Build your model around volume or keep overhead minimal.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Bank Branches
- 5
vs. National Average
Median Income
-73% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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53203
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53204
1.4 mi
Pop: 40,008
$43,645
Walk: 15.2
53208
2.4 mi
Pop: 27,407
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53206
2.6 mi
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53215
2.7 mi
Pop: 58,375
$49,207
Walk: 14.3
53202
3.0 mi
Pop: 26,269
$68,482
Walk: 16.3
53295
3.1 mi
Pop: 121
Walk: 16.5
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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