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Veterinary Practices Market: ZIP 76578

Opportunity Score

51 / 100 Fair

Based on walkability, population density, income levels, and local business competition.

Market Summary

ZIP 76578 is an urban area with low foot traffic. with a population of 1,561 and household incomes well above the national median ($100,500).

1,561

Population

$100,500

Median Income

+35% vs. national

Urban

Area Type

6.3/20

Foot Traffic

Car-Dependent

Median Age: 39.5 — mixed-age market, broad menu appeal.

College-Educated: 14.9% — value-focused market, keep prices competitive.

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

$1,740

2BR Fair Market Rent

$1,176

Median Gross Rent

$320 K

Median Home Value

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 $100,500. That gives you pricing room most markets don't offer. Don't underprice.