Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 64165
Opportunity Score
52
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64165 is an urban area. with a population of 223 and household incomes well above the national median ($166,576).
Area Profile
223
Population
$166,576
Median Income
+123% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 26.5 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 21.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,410
2BR Fair Market 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.
- The median income here is $166,576. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
+123% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
64155
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64164
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64166
3.8 mi
Pop: 273
$148,636
64154
4.4 mi
Pop: 13,114
$92,686
Walk: 11.4
64089
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64156
5.3 mi
Pop: 7,977
$128,672
Walk: 5.2
64167
6.6 mi
Pop: 267
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64118
7.5 mi
Pop: 42,213
$70,290
Walk: 12.9
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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