Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 64029
Opportunity Score
65
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64029 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 21,643 and household incomes above the national median ($89,074).
Area Profile
21,643
Population
$89,074
Median Income
+19% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
6.4/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.2 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,460
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,369
Median Gross Rent
$280 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$120 K deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Missouri
- 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+19% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.1 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
64014
2.8 mi
Pop: 28,434
$84,187
64075
4.9 mi
Pop: 11,979
$80,825
Walk: 6.6
64015
6.0 mi
Pop: 31,814
$81,242
Walk: 7.0
64016
7.4 mi
Pop: 4,700
$92,734
Walk: 7.4
64086
8.3 mi
Pop: 23,483
$107,098
Walk: 8.1
64057
8.4 mi
Pop: 14,509
$71,441
Walk: 10.3
64064
8.9 mi
Pop: 19,955
$120,341
Walk: 6.6
64070
9.5 mi
Pop: 3,222
$118,169
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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