Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 64746
Opportunity Score
39
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 64746 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,515 and household incomes above the national median ($77,270).
Area Profile
1,515
Population
$77,270
Median Income
+4% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
5.8/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 37.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 14.9% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,140
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,043
Median Gross Rent
$200 K
Median Home Value
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 Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
+4% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-4.7 pts vs. national avg
Nearby Markets
64734
5.6 mi
Pop: 2,065
$95,313
Walk: 4.2
64742
7.2 mi
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$77,143
64078
7.5 mi
Pop: 9,937
$98,369
64725
11.5 mi
Pop: 1,993
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64701
11.7 mi
Pop: 14,462
$73,270
Walk: 7.6
66053
11.9 mi
Pop: 7,744
$89,743
Walk: 7.5
64012
13.4 mi
Pop: 28,980
$71,782
Walk: 8.0
64083
14.2 mi
Pop: 25,541
$99,575
Walk: 4.5
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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