Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 70836
Opportunity Score
22
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 70836 is an urban area. with a population of 546 and household incomes near the national median ($57,697).
Area Profile
546
Population
$57,697
Median Income
-23% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 33.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 42.3% —
strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,520
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,416
Median Gross Rent
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Louisiana
- 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
-23% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
70809
1.0 mi
Pop: 25,649
$81,310
Walk: 7.7
70810
3.0 mi
Pop: 42,585
$93,712
Walk: 7.9
70808
4.0 mi
Pop: 36,513
$69,078
Walk: 8.4
70816
4.7 mi
Pop: 45,207
$65,894
Walk: 7.5
70815
4.8 mi
Pop: 31,924
$55,804
Walk: 7.6
70806
5.1 mi
Pop: 28,551
$53,430
Walk: 8.5
70803
6.4 mi
Pop: 3,448
70814
6.9 mi
Pop: 11,424
$53,280
Walk: 6.7
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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