Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 62626
Opportunity Score
63
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 62626 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 7,911 and household incomes near the national median ($64,440).
Area Profile
7,911
Population
$64,440
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
9.3/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 42.0 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 18.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 62626.
3
Pet Care Services
3.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$930
2BR Fair Market Rent
$749
Median Gross Rent
$130 K
Median Home Value
4
Bank Branches
$460 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 4
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.2 pts vs. national avg
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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