Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 64147
Opportunity Score
26
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64147 is an urban area with low foot traffic.
Area Profile
544
Population
Urban
Area Type
7.6/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 18.4 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 0.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,101
Median Gross Rent
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
vs. National Average
Walkability
-2.9 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
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2.5 mi
Pop: 1,342
$56,207
64030
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$53,207
Walk: 7.1
64145
3.4 mi
Pop: 5,057
$95,439
Walk: 10.7
64012
4.4 mi
Pop: 28,980
$71,782
Walk: 8.0
66224
4.8 mi
Pop: 12,184
$184,535
Walk: 10.8
64137
5.6 mi
Pop: 10,004
$64,097
Walk: 9.6
64149
5.8 mi
Pop: 599
$84,432
Walk: 8.4
66209
6.4 mi
Pop: 20,201
$148,081
Walk: 11.4
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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