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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 55804

Opportunity Score

81 / 100 Excellent

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

Market Summary

ZIP 55804 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 16,018 and household incomes well above the national median ($108,231).

16,018

Population

$108,231

Median Income

+45% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

10.9/20

Foot Traffic

Walkable

Median Age: 41.8 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 36.2% — balanced market for quality & value.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 55804.

Pet Care Services

2.5 per 10K residents

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

$1,520

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,346

Median Gross Rent

$290 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$130 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.
The median income here is $108,231. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.