Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 76519
Opportunity Score
32
/ 100
Challenging
Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.
Market Summary
ZIP 76519 is an urban area. with a population of 672 and household incomes near the national median ($73,947).
Area Profile
672
Population
$73,947
Median Income
-1% vs. national
Urban
Area Type
Median Age: 37.5 —
mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.
College-Educated: 19.5% —
value-focused market, keep prices competitive.
Operating Costs
Local cost levels affect space, labor, and operating expenses.
$1,060
2BR Fair Market Rent
$160 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.
Quick Facts
- Area Type
- Urban
vs. National Average
Median Income
-1% vs. $74,580
Nearby Markets
76570
8.2 mi
Pop: 2,506
$39,420
Walk: 3.1
76520
11.6 mi
Pop: 8,098
$63,037
Walk: 7.0
76518
12.2 mi
Pop: 1,290
$57,500
76656
12.8 mi
Pop: 2,478
$74,286
Walk: 6.2
76569
13.3 mi
Pop: 2,946
$72,400
Walk: 4.2
76501
16.1 mi
Pop: 17,223
$50,764
Walk: 8.5
76579
20.1 mi
Pop: 5,729
$83,146
Walk: 4.3
76680
21.0 mi
Pop: 194
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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