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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 54009

Opportunity Score

66 / 100 Good

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 54009 is an rural area. with a population of 2,725 and household incomes above the national median ($88,811).

2,725

Population

$88,811

Median Income

+19% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 37.8 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 13.7% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,320

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,110

Median Gross Rent

$240 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$24 K deposits

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.
This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.