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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 64453

Opportunity Score

30 / 100 Challenging

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 64453 is an rural area. with a population of 206 and household incomes above the national median ($78,750).

206

Population

$78,750

Median Income

+6% vs. national

Rural

Area Type

Median Age: 23.5 — young market, strong street food demand.

College-Educated: 6.8% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$830

2BR Fair Market Rent

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.
This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.