Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 68010
Opportunity Score
34
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 68010 is an urban area. with a population of 763 and household incomes near the national median ($72,000).
Area Profile
763
Population
$72,000
Median Income
-3% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 19.3 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 11.0% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,240
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,094
Median Gross Rent
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Nebraska
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-3% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
68154
1.4 mi
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$82,509
Walk: 10.6
68144
1.8 mi
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$81,887
Walk: 12.4
68118
3.1 mi
Pop: 9,327
$137,358
Walk: 7.3
68164
3.3 mi
Pop: 28,764
$88,688
Walk: 9.9
68116
3.6 mi
Pop: 34,209
$119,182
Walk: 8.2
68137
3.7 mi
Pop: 24,294
$82,256
Walk: 11.4
68130
4.7 mi
Pop: 21,428
$134,421
Walk: 9.8
68135
5.4 mi
Pop: 30,009
$139,563
Walk: 8.5
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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