Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 64034
Opportunity Score
98
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64034 is an urban area. with a population of 8,743 and household incomes well above the national median ($117,938).
Area Profile
8,743
Population
$117,938
Median Income
+58% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 41.4 —
older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.
College-Educated: 29.8% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,970
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,719
Median Gross Rent
$310 K
Median Home Value
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.
- The median income here is $117,938. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+58% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
64086
3.3 mi
Pop: 23,483
$107,098
Walk: 8.1
64063
5.3 mi
Pop: 21,430
$77,966
Walk: 10.3
64080
7.0 mi
Pop: 14,383
$109,010
64082
7.6 mi
Pop: 19,729
$132,310
Walk: 6.3
64081
8.6 mi
Pop: 25,293
$103,490
Walk: 8.1
64064
9.1 mi
Pop: 19,955
$120,341
Walk: 6.6
64065
9.8 mi
Pop: 84
64070
10.4 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