Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 60618
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 60618 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 91,896 and household incomes well above the national median ($101,558). There are 18 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 60618.
Area Profile
91,896
Population
$101,558
Median Income
+36% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 35.7 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 39.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 60618.
18
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
2.0 per 10K residents
19
Pet Care Services
2.1 per 10K residents
4
Pet Stores
0.4 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 43.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 60618 (18 vs. 23 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,910
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,534
Median Gross Rent
$540 K
Median Home Value
15
Bank Branches
$1.4 M 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 $101,558. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Walkable
- Veterinary Practices
- 18
- Related Businesses
- 23
- Bank Branches
- 15
vs. National Average
Median Income
+36% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.3 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
60625
1.8 mi
Pop: 78,467
$85,299
Walk: 15.1
60647
1.8 mi
Pop: 85,589
$102,851
Walk: 15.5
60659
2.9 mi
Pop: 42,008
$70,033
Walk: 14.7
60641
3.1 mi
Pop: 67,400
$81,649
Walk: 15.0
60640
3.3 mi
Pop: 66,884
$71,030
Walk: 14.6
60622
3.4 mi
Pop: 53,696
$124,852
Walk: 15.8
60613
3.5 mi
Pop: 51,334
$91,351
Walk: 15.3
60657
3.6 mi
Pop: 71,268
$109,025
Walk: 14.5
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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