Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 73142
Opportunity Score
50
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 73142 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 16,364 and household incomes near the national median ($73,966). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 73142.
Area Profile
16,364
Population
$73,966
Median Income
-1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
7.9/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 39.3% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 73142.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.8 per 10K residents
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,310
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,211
Median Gross Rent
$340 K
Median Home Value
10
Bank Branches
$1.2 M deposits
Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Oklahoma
- 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
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Bank Branches
- 10
vs. National Average
Median Income
-1% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.6 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