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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 61533

Opportunity Score

54 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 61533 is an urban area. with a population of 2,359 and household incomes near the national median ($72,350).

2,359

Population

$72,350

Median Income

-3% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 35.7 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 12.2% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$890

2BR Fair Market Rent

$769

Median Gross Rent

$150 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$41 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.