Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 55113
Opportunity Score
62
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 55113 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 40,786 and household incomes above the national median ($86,830). There are 4 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 55113.
Area Profile
40,786
Population
$86,830
Median Income
+16% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
13.3/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 40.8 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 39.4% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 55113.
4
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.0 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
0.7 per 10K residents
4
Pet Stores
1.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 36.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 55113 (4 vs. 7 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,630
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,353
Median Gross Rent
$330 K
Median Home Value
19
Bank Branches
$3.1 M 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 7
- Bank Branches
- 19
vs. National Average
Median Income
+16% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+2.8 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