Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 64111
Opportunity Score
71
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64111 is an urban area with high foot traffic. with a population of 16,974 and household incomes near the national median ($61,802).
Area Profile
16,974
Population
$61,802
Median Income
-17% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
15.6/20
Foot Traffic
Very Walkable
Median Age: 33.4 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 50.7% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 64111.
3
Pet Care Services
1.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,540
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,184
Median Gross Rent
$270 K
Median Home Value
7
Bank Branches
$900 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
- Very Walkable
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 7
vs. National Average
Median Income
-17% vs. $74,580
Walkability
+5.1 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