Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 75149
Opportunity Score
49
/ 100
Fair
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 75149 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 58,849 and household incomes near the national median ($70,629). There are 3 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 75149.
Area Profile
58,849
Population
$70,629
Median Income
-5% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
8.1/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.1 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 9.4% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 75149.
3
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
0.5 per 10K residents
4
Pet Care Services
0.7 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 42.9% of the relevant market in ZIP 75149 (3 vs. 4 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,730
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,408
Median Gross Rent
$210 K
Median Home Value
8
Bank Branches
$900 K 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 3
- Related Businesses
- 4
- Bank Branches
- 8
vs. National Average
Median Income
-5% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-2.4 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