Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 59840
Opportunity Score
48
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 59840 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,775 and household incomes near the national median ($64,493). There are 4 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 59840.
Area Profile
14,775
Population
$64,493
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
7.3/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 49.1 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 25.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 59840.
4
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
2.7 per 10K residents
3
Pet Care Services
2.0 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 57.1% of the relevant market in ZIP 59840 (4 vs. 3 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,180
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,054
Median Gross Rent
$400 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$690 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Montana
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 4
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-3.2 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