Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 75493
Opportunity Score
26
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 75493 is an rural area. with a population of 777 and household incomes near the national median ($60,417).
Area Profile
777
Population
$60,417
Median Income
-19% vs. national
Rural
Area Type
Median Age: 21.6 —
young market, strong street food demand.
College-Educated: 2.6% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$960
2BR Fair Market Rent
$775
Median Gross Rent
$56 K
Median Home Value
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.
- 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
vs. National Average
Median Income
-19% vs. $74,580
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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