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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 76109

Opportunity Score
65 / 100 Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 76109 is an urban area with moderate foot traffic. with a population of 26,000 and household incomes well above the national median ($104,301). There are 4 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 76109.

Area Profile

26,000
Population
$104,301
Median Income
+40% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
12.2/20
Foot Traffic
Walkable
Median Age: 32.4 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 43.8% — strong appetite for artisan/specialty food.

Competition

Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 76109.

4
Veterinary Practices
Low competition — room to establish
1.5 per 10K residents

Operating Costs

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

$1,960
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,700
Median Gross Rent
$600 K
Median Home Value
16
Bank Branches
$2.6 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 $104,301. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.

Data sources

U.S. Census Bureau (ACS, ZBP) · HUD Fair Market Rents · EPA Walkability Index · USDA RUCA · IRS SOI · FDIC Summary of Deposits