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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 75028

Opportunity Score

77 / 100 Good

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

Market Summary

ZIP 75028 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 48,636 and household incomes well above the national median ($147,040). There are 15 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 75028.

Area Profile

48,636

Population

$147,040

Median Income

+97% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

9.2/20

Foot Traffic

Very Car-Dependent

Median Age: 43.2 — older demographic, may prefer sit-down options.

College-Educated: 43.1% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 75028.

Veterinary Practices

Moderate — proven market

3.1 per 10K residents

Pet Care Services

1.0 per 10K residents

Pet Stores

0.8 per 10K residents

What this means: Veterinary Practices are 62.5% of the relevant market in ZIP 75028 (15 vs. 9 related businesses). Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.

Operating Costs

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

$2,740

2BR Fair Market Rent

$2,233

Median Gross Rent

$460 K

Median Home Value

Bank Branches

$2.4 M deposits

Tips for Starting a Veterinary Business in Texas

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.
The median income here is $147,040. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.