Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 74650
Opportunity Score
21
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 74650 is an rural area with low foot traffic. with a population of 568 and household incomes below the national median ($47,232).
Area Profile
568
Population
$47,232
Median Income
-37% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
5.5/20
Foot Traffic
Very Car-Dependent
Median Age: 35.8 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 3.2% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,020
2BR Fair Market Rent
$475
Median Gross Rent
$59 K
Median Home Value
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.
- 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
- Very Car-Dependent
vs. National Average
Median Income
-37% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-5.0 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