Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 64157
Opportunity Score
83
/ 100
Excellent
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64157 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 22,429 and household incomes well above the national median ($137,681).
Area Profile
22,429
Population
$137,681
Median Income
+85% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.7/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 33.5% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,020
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,970
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
3
Bank Branches
$190 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.
- The median income here is $137,681. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Very Car-Dependent
- Bank Branches
- 3
vs. National Average
Median Income
+85% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-0.8 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