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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 62087

Opportunity Score

42 / 100 Fair

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

Market Summary

ZIP 62087 is an urban area. with a population of 2,180 and household incomes near the national median ($56,364).

2,180

Population

$56,364

Median Income

-24% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

Median Age: 34.2 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 3.5% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,090

2BR Fair Market Rent

$821

Median Gross Rent

$87 K

Median Home Value

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.