Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 55047
Opportunity Score
68
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55047 is an urban area. with a population of 2,230 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,357).
Area Profile
2,230
Population
$100,357
Median Income
+35% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 57.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 42.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,530
2BR Fair Market Rent
$2,250
Median Gross Rent
$480 K
Median Home Value
1
Bank Branches
$69 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Minnesota
- 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 $100,357. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Bank Branches
- 1
vs. National Average
Median Income
+35% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
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55082
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54082
10.2 mi
Pop: 2,026
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54025
10.4 mi
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55038
11.2 mi
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Walk: 7.5
55013
11.4 mi
Pop: 7,030
$99,898
54020
12.1 mi
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$79,833
55115
12.8 mi
Pop: 8,926
$132,796
Walk: 7.0
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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