Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 60410
Opportunity Score
81
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60410 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 14,027 and household incomes well above the national median ($120,278).
Area Profile
14,027
Population
$120,278
Median Income
+61% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 18.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,110
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,613
Median Gross Rent
$290 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$370 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Illinois
- 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 $120,278. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
+61% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.8 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60431
5.8 mi
Pop: 26,789
$114,098
60404
5.9 mi
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$121,696
Walk: 9.1
60436
7.5 mi
Pop: 19,446
$63,570
Walk: 12.9
60447
8.5 mi
Pop: 16,099
$115,039
Walk: 5.3
60421
9.0 mi
Pop: 3,786
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60435
10.1 mi
Pop: 48,521
$74,967
Walk: 11.2
60586
10.4 mi
Pop: 48,006
$122,963
Walk: 7.3
60416
10.5 mi
Pop: 9,277
$71,865
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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