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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 74051

Opportunity Score

36 / 100 Challenging

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 74051 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,923 and household incomes near the national median ($61,500).

1,923

Population

$61,500

Median Income

-18% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

4.4/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 36.3 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 11.3% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.

$1,020

2BR Fair Market Rent

$894

Median Gross Rent

$150 K

Median Home Value

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.