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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 61462

Opportunity Score

57 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 61462 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 10,640 and household incomes near the national median ($62,190).

10,640

Population

$62,190

Median Income

-17% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

7.2/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 37.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 13.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 61462.

Pet Care Services

4.7 per 10K residents

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

$870

2BR Fair Market Rent

$657

Median Gross Rent

$100 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$610 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.
This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.