Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 65233
Opportunity Score
60
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 65233 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 10,853 and household incomes near the national median ($64,333).
Area Profile
10,853
Population
$64,333
Median Income
-14% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
7.8/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 38.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 17.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 65233.
3
Pet Care Services
2.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$850
2BR Fair Market Rent
$807
Median Gross Rent
$210 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$320 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.
- This is a rural ZIP. Your customer radius is wider, marketing costs are lower, but you'll work harder for each lead.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Rural
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Related Businesses
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-14% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.7 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