Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 76244
Opportunity Score
69
/ 100
Good
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 76244 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 75,149 and household incomes well above the national median ($119,542). There are 8 veterinary practices operations in ZIP 76244.
Area Profile
75,149
Population
$119,542
Median Income
+60% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
9.0/20
Foot Traffic
Car-Dependent
Median Age: 34.9 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 28.1% —
balanced market for quality & value.
Competition
Veterinary Practices and related businesses in ZIP 76244.
8
Veterinary Practices
Moderate — proven market
1.1 per 10K residents
10
Pet Care Services
1.3 per 10K residents
What this means:
Veterinary Practices are 44.4% of the relevant market in ZIP 76244 (8 vs. 10 related businesses).
Well-established market — differentiation is non-negotiable.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$2,340
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,954
Median Gross Rent
$360 K
Median Home Value
9
Bank Branches
$720 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.
- The median income here is $119,542. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
- Foot Traffic
- Car-Dependent
- Veterinary Practices
- 8
- Related Businesses
- 10
- Bank Branches
- 9
vs. National Average
Median Income
+60% vs. $74,580
Walkability
-1.5 pts vs. national avg
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76137
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76182
5.5 mi
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76131
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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